Oct. 3, 2023

City seeking applications for multiple vacancies on volunteer boards, committees

The Johnson City Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for appointments to the following volunteer boards and committees. All appointments are scheduled to be made in January 2024.

• Board of Building Codes: Hears and decides appeals where it is alleged that there is error in any order, requirement, permit, decision, determination or refusal made by the chief building official or other administrative official in the interpretation, implementation or enforcement of any provision of the building code.
• Two appointments licensed in the following areas of expertise: commercial building and architecture; each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Board of Dwelling Standards and Review: Determines action regarding substandard housing and/or commercial structures within the city limits.
• Three appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Civil Service Commission: Addresses Police and Fire employees’ civil service matters and certifies entry level and promotional rosters.
• One appointment for a two-year term. This position must be nominated by and represent the Police Department. City residency required.
• Golf Advisory Board: Recommends policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in operation of golf courses.
• Five appointments, one with a two-year term and four with a three-year term. City residency required.
• Historic Zoning Commission: Considers conservation zoning to ensure preservation of historical structures.
• One appointment for a five-year term. City residency required.
• Johnson City Housing Authority: Establishes policy and procedures governing the operation of the Housing Authority.
• One appointment for a five-year term. City residency required.
• Johnson City Senior Services Advisory Council: Makes recommendations on matters of the Senior Center.
• Three appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.

• The Senior Foundation Inc. - Johnson City Board: Responsible for supporting and assisting in fundraising efforts to benefit Senior Center operations, services, and/or capital improvements.

• Six appointments, each for a three-year term. Washington, Sullivan, Unicoi, or Carter County residency required.
• Washington County Board of Equalization: Reviews the tax assessment rolls, hears complaints and appeals of taxpayers within their jurisdiction.
• Two appointments, each for a two-year term (to begin in April 2024). City and Washington County residency required.
  
  

Any citizen interested in serving may submit an application online at www.johnsoncitytn.org/boards. The deadline for applications is Thursday, Nov. 30. Applications are kept on file for one year. Descriptions of each board and committee may be found online at www.johnsoncitytn.org/boards_and_committees.

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