A Marysville advisory committee that helps decide how to allocate federal block grant funds to assist local low- to moderate-income residents has four vacancies, including one for a youth (high school) member. Deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 29.
Community Development Block Grants are federal funds intended to help local low- to moderate- income communities provide affordable housing, anti-poverty programs and infrastructure development. The CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee helps determine how those funds are best spent in Marysville.
The committee evaluates proposals, recommends funding and reviews program performance within the frameworks of a consolidated plan and annual action plan. The committee meets 3-4 times per year and meetings are open to the public.
Current vacancies
Three positions representing any of these groups (3-year terms):
- Senior citizens
- Business
- Education
- Faith
- Charity
- Low- and moderate-income people
- People with disabilities
One position for a high school youth representative (1-year term)
Applicants must live within Marysville city limits. To apply, please send a letter of interest by Aug. 29 to Kathryn Bird, Associate Planner, 501 Delta Ave., Marysville WA 98270 or by email to kbird@marysvillewa.gov. Appointments are recommended by Mayor Jon Nehring and confirmed by the City Council.