GRANTS PASS – Applications are being accepted for three positions on the City of Grants Pass Budget Committee and one position on the Parks Advisory Committee. Applications are available at the City Administration Office, 101 N.W. A St., or online at www.grantspassoregon.gov/committee-application.
The purpose of the Budget Committee is to receive and review the recommended budget and approve a budget for city council consideration. Special qualifications for the Budget Committee include being a resident of the City of Grants Pass and a registered voter. Experience in evaluation and analysis of the delivery of services is beneficial, as well as a background in civic and community volunteer programs.
Applications for the Budget Committee must be received no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7. Applicants will be interviewed by the city council at their workshop Dec. 14. Appointments will be made Dec. 16.
The purpose of the Parks Advisory Committee is to review and make recommendations related to the needs and locations for new parkland and trail locations, park planning, allocation of recreation resources between users, preservation of park resources, and funding.
The city council desires to have a balance of viewpoints and demographic representation including individuals with interest or experience representing athletic leagues, individuals knowledgeable in natural resource preservation, people involved with recurring park events, frequent park users, and individuals who use park family play-friendly facilities.
Applications for the Parks Advisory Committee must be received no later than 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9. Applications will be reviewed by the committee Nov. 12. Appointments will be made Nov. 18.
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