Mayor Jon Nehring is seeking individuals interested in filling a vacancy on the Marysville Planning Commission. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, Dec. 31.
“People who volunteer on committees like the Planning Commission become involved in the decision-making process that helps improve quality of life and plans for the future of our city,” Mayor Nehring said.
The new Planning Commissioner will fill the seat currently held by Kelly Richards that becomes vacant on Dec. 31 because of Richards’ election to the Marysville City Council starting Jan. 1, 2020. The person appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council will serve the remainder of Richards’ term ending Aug. 2, 2024.
Applicants must reside within Marysville city limits. The seven-member Planning Commission is an advisory board to the Mayor and City Council on issues such as land use, critical areas and shoreline management planning, and long-range planning issues. The commission meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday each month at City Hall, 1049 State Ave. Other meetings may be scheduled as necessary. For more information, visit https://www.marysvillewa.gov/259/Planning-Commission.
To apply, send a brief letter of interest and resume to the City Clerk’s Office, Marysville City Hall, 1049 State Ave., Marysville, WA 98270. Application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 31.