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Serve on a Redwood City Board, Commission or Committee
In order to tap into the wealth of skills, experience, and interest within our community, the City Council of Redwood City utilizes a number of appointed Boards, Commissions, and Committees (BCCs) to advise and make recommendations to the City Council and City staff on a wide variety of issues that are vital to our quality of life.
Public involvement is crucial to the City’s decision-making process, and these appointed advisory bodies, comprised of citizen volunteers, are an important and valued part of City government. By advising the City Council, bringing new ideas to the table, and representing diverse elements of our community, BCC members help the City Council to make the best, most informed decisions possible, for the benefit of the entire Redwood City community.
The Office of the City Clerk maintains a current list of City BCCs, the current seats available, and upcoming meeting dates and times. The City Clerk also assists the City Council by coordinating all appointments to these positions. Check out the current list of advisory bodies, which includes a roster of current members and their terms, meeting information, and specific provisions about membership on each BCC as applicable.
Eligibility requirements
Generally, in order to serve on a Redwood City BCC you must be:
· At least 18 years old
· A resident of incorporated Redwood City*
*Some advisory bodies have a limited number of positions reserved for residents of Unincorporated Redwood City, for non-Redwood City residents, and for community members who work in Redwood City.
Why apply to serve?
· Build your resume
· Gain experience
· Network and collaborate
· Contribute to positive outcomes in our community
What positions are available?
The City of Redwood City is currently seeking applicants to serve on the following Boards, Commissions and Committees:
- Architectural Advisory Committee (appointed by the Planning Commission): 3 full-term seats expiring May 31, 2026
- Arts Commission: 2 full-term seats and 1 partial term seat expiring May 31, 2026
- Board of Building Review: 2 full-term seats expiring on May 31, 2026
- Historic Resources Advisory Committee (appointed by the Planning Commission): 1 full-term seat expiring May 31, 2025
- Housing and Human Concerns Committee: 4 full-term seats expiring May 31, 2026
- Library Board: 3 full-term seats expiring June 30, 2026
- Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission: 4 full-term seats expiring May 31, 2026
- Planning Commission: 2 full-term seats expiring June 30, 2026
- Police Advisory Committee: 1 partial-term seat expiring May 31, 2023, and 1 partial term seat expiring May 31, 2025
- Port Commission: 2 full-term seats expiring July 31, 2026
- Senior Affairs Commission: 3 full-term seats expiring May 31, 2026
Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be highlighting each advisory body including key projects and initiatives, and information to help you decide if seeking appointment to any of these bodies is right for you. Follow along and subscribe to Redwood City’s blog.
