Vacancies on City boards, commissions and committees offer Bellingham citizens rich opportunities to serve their community. The advisory groups listed below have vacancies as of Feb. 28, 2012. Some vacancies have additional requirements, such as professional memberships, expertise in particular areas, or residence in certain neighborhoods.
Current vacancies
- Arts Commission
- Commission Against Domestic Violence
- Community Development Advisory Board
- Design Review Board
- Historic Preservation Commission
- Lake Whatcom Watershed Advisory Board
- Law and Justice Council
- Mayor’s Neighborhood Advisory Commission
- Museum Foundation Board
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
- Planning Commission
- Public Development Authority
- Public Facilities District
- Sister Cities Advisory Board
- Tourism Commission
Candidates for these positions must be current residents of the State of Washington, and have been so for at least three years. Unless otherwise specified, candidates must presently live within Bellingham City limits and have done so for at least two years, and be registered voters and a U.S. citizens. Anyone with an interest in serving may pick up an application from the Reception Desk at City Hall, 210 Lottie Street, or print one from the City's website at: http://www.cob.org/government/public/boards-commissions/index.aspx
A comprehensive list of vacancies, purpose of each citizen group, meeting schedules, application processes and more are posted on the Boards and Commissions page of the City website. For more information, contact the Mayor's office at 778-8100.
