Current openings on the City of Asheville Boards & Commissions

Press release via City of Asheville

The City of Asheville has openings on various committees. Have you wondered, “Can the City benefit from my experience and  knowledge?” Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? If yes, take that initial step forward and put your perspective, leadership and knowledge to task by serving on one of the many committees the City has to offer.

Please visit the City’s Boards and Commissions webpage for a Boards and Commissions Application or contact the City Clerk’s Office at 259-5839 or by email to boards@ashevillenc.gov.

CURRENT VACANCIES:

The deadline for applications for these openings is Monday, May 2, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION – Some duties of the Committee include: (1) to consider affordable housing policy issues and advise City leadership about those policies; (2) to develop concrete action steps to implement the  highest priorities of the Affordable Housing Plan, and to update that Plan as appropriate over time; and (3) to advise City  leadership and staff regarding affordable housing priorities for the investment of City-controlled funds.

BOARD OF ELECTRICAL EXAMINERS – The current vacancy is for a journeyman. Please note qualifications on  application. The members of the Board examine applicants for licenses for the transaction of other related business. Please include on your application the types of licenses or certifications you hold.

CIVIC CENTER COMMISSION – Some duties of the Commission include (1) reviewing and making recommendations on programming goals and objectives for each venue in the Civic Center; (2) establishing a method for handling of customer service complaints; (3) developing and making recommendations regarding long range plans for the Civic Center; (4) reviewing and making recommendations on proposals for changes in the fees and charges for use of Civic Center facilities; (5) encouraging promotion of sports, recreation, entertainment and cultural events and activities, and to facilitate the use of the services and facilities of the Civic Center; and (6) performing other such tasks and functions as the City Council may direct.

HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION – The Historic Resources Commission is charged with preserving and protecting the cultural and architectural character of Asheville and Buncombe County. In addition to reviewing  proposed projects affecting locally designated historic properties, the HRC is responsible for recommending local district and landmark designation to the City Council. The HRC also functions as an educational resource within the community, and strives to foster Asheville’s unique sense of place through its preservation efforts. Members must have demonstrated special interest, experience or education in history, architecture, archeology, architectural history, historic preservation, landscape architecture or related field.

HOUSING AUTHORITY – The Commissioners are the policy-makers and governing body of the Housing Authority. They review and approve all budgets for the Department of Housing and Urban Development, approve plans and specifications, award contracts and appoint the Executive Director.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION – Duties of the commission include, but are not limited to: (1) Make policy recommendations to the City Council which promote and improve human relations and advance equity in the City; (2) Support the City’s Office of Equity and Inclusion; (3) Provide a forum where residents can raise issues and complaints relating to human relations in the City; (4) Engage the community regarding the utilization of City-funded programs and policies for the promotion of human relations; and (5) Promote and improve human relations and advance equity in the following areas: public safety; educational, art and cultural opportunities; economic development; health and human services; and housing. Eligible applicants are required to submit a Human Relations Commission Supplemental Form, in addition to the Boards and Commissions application.

NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE – The current vacancy is for a representative who resides in the 28801 zip code; please indicate zip code on application. The committee was established to advise City Council on  neighborhood needs within the City of Asheville’s zoning and planning jurisdiction. The committee works to strengthen neighborhood identity and resilience by facilitating communication and cooperation between Asheville’s neighborhoods and City offices. The committee also works on special projects as assigned or directed by City Council.