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The City of Port Angeles has a variety of advisory boards, commissions, and committees appointed by the City Council. Over 60 citizens volunteer their time to serve the community by being members of one of these advisory groups.

APPLICATION FORM for City Boards, Commissions and Committees
Applications are available below and from the City Manager's Office in City Hall. For more information contact Teresa Pierce, Executive Communications Coordinator, at either 360-417-4630 or tpierce@cityofpa.us

APPLICATION FORM
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BOARD of ADJUSTMENT
Members of the Board of Adjustment review administrative decisions of the Community Development Director relating to the interpretation of land use ordinances and grant variances from provisions of zoning ordinances when the Board finds that an applicant is experiencing special hardship and circumstantial difficulties. Decisions of the Board are final and appealable only to Superior Court.

The members of the Board of Adjustment are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. Members shall be residents of the City. The Board meets the 1st Monday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission investigates concerns and reports on all matters relating to enforcement and effect of these rules; hears and determines appeals or complaints on administrative work of Chief Examiner; and decides on disciplinary actions (when needed) for Civil Service employees of the City of Port Angeles.

Members of the Civil Service Commission are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. No person shall be appointed a member of such Commission who is not a citizen of the United States , a resident of the City of Port Angeles for at least three years immediately preceding such appointment, and an elector of the County wherein he or she resides.

The Commission meets on the third Thursday of May, July, and October of each year (if needed), at 10:00 a.m., in City Hall.

CONSTRUCTION CODE BOARD of APPEALS
The Construction Code Board of Appeals may review determinations made by the City's Building Official, Fire Chief, Electrical Inspector, or their designees, regarding the application and interpretation of construction codes adopted by the City of Port Angeles and other codes as may be designed by ordinance.

Members shall be qualified by experience and training to pass upon the matters set forth in PAMC 14.01.090. Members of the Board are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. There is no requirement for the members to be City residents. The Board meets as needed.

LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is an advisory group that makes recommendations to the City Council on activities and/or facilities to be funded by lodging excise tax revenues. The committee has representatives who serve on behalf of activities funded by the lodging excise tax and also representatives who serve on behalf of those who collect the lodging excise tax.

Members serve in a volunteer capacity and shall be residents of the City or representatives of businesses within the City. Meetings are held on an as-needed basis.

PARKS, RECREATION & BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION
Members of the Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission give advisory recommendations to the City Council on all matters relating to parks, recreation and beautification; cooperate with and advise the Parks & Recreation Director in the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreation program, a comprehensive park development program, beautification programs, and the general appearance of the City.

The Commission also has the power to accept for the City donations for parks and recreation purposes, and with Council consent, to accept real property for park purposes, with the City holding title. The Commission advises the Director on the annual budget and cooperates with the Director in resolving any problems or complaints arising from departmental programs or facilities.

The Commission members are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. Members shall be residents of the City. The Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission meets the third Thursday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., in the Vern Burton Conference Room at City Hall......

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PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission acts as the City Council's hearing body and forwards recommendations to the City Council on land development actions that include preparation of the City's comprehensive plan, which is the framework for land development within the City, and zoning regulations.

The Planning Commission also has specific authority vested by the City Council to approve certain land use issues, such as conditional use permits and shoreline activities, with appeal to the City Council. Members shall be residents of the City.

Planning Commissioners are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. Members shall be residents of the City. The Commission meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

PORT ANGELES FORWARD COMMITTEE
The Port Angeles Forward Committee is dedicated to creating a strong, economically and culturally vibrant community that will enhance the lives of our citizens through the following goals:
A.) Leverage private sector investment in Port Angeles;
B.) Facilitate input from stakeholders to create a consensus, strategy, and vision for development and implementation of a Port Angeles Forward Master Plan;
C.) Provide communication between stakeholders;
D.) Recommend actions to encourage private investment and stimulate the economy and livability of the community; and
E.) Identify and resolve barriers that hamper our ability to achieve committee goals.

Port Angeles Forward Committee is charged with the implementation of the local planning effort for the revitalization of downtown Port Angeles, which includes a community-wide consensus toward a conceptual plan and implementation strategy for future downtown development. Members need not be residents of the City. The Port Angeles Forward Committee meets the second Thursday of each month, at 7:30 a.m., in City Hall.

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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD
Members of the Public Safety Advisory Board advise and make recommendations to the City Manager, Chief of Police, and Fire Chief concerning the provision of public safety services within the City to enhance Police Department and Fire Department-community relations. The Board reviews and makes recommendations concerning Police and Fire Department policies, procedures, programs, accreditation standards, and budgetary implications; reviews the qualifications and performance of licensees under Chapter 5.08 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code; and promotes public awareness of the City's Police and Fire services and programs.

It also holds public meetings from time to time to solicit public input regarding public safety services and programs; serves as a liaison between the Police and Fire Departments and the community; apprises the City Council, City Manager, Chief of Police and Fire Chief of the community's need for public safety services; and encourages individuals and community groups to assist in the police and fire programs and services, including the provision of funds, manpower and capital.

The Public Safety Advisory Board reviews and makes recommendations concerning such other and further matters as may be referred to the Board, from time to time, by the City Council, City Manager, Police Chief or Fire Chief; and reviews and makes recommendations regarding legislative changes affecting public safety services in Port Angeles. All members shall either be City residents or work or attend school within the City. The Board meets the 4th Tuesday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., at the Port Angeles Fire Hall.

UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Utility Advisory Committee (UAC) gives advisory recommendations to the City Council on matters relating to City utility policy and operation.

The Utility Advisory Committee is comprised of three City Council members, one industrial representative, and two community representatives. The members are appointed to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. Members shall be residents of the City, except the member representing the licensed care facilities need not be a City resident but must own or manage a licensed care facility in the City. The Utility Advisory Committee meets the second Tuesday of each month, at 3:00 p.m., in City Hall.

Please Note: Agendas and packet materials are subject to last minute changes that may not be reflected on the City's website.

Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Packet
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