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City Seeks Applicants for Boards and Commissions

[Duluth, MN] - The City of Duluth is currently seeking applicants for the following city boards and commissions openings occurring in the near future. Applications should be submitted to the City Clerk’s office by March 1, 2011. Appointments shall be made by the Mayor, subject to confirmation and approval by the City Council.

Alcohol, Gambling & Tobacco Commission - This commission investigates every applica­tion to sell alcoholic beverages and gambling premise permits within the City and makes an advisory recommenda­tion to the City Council for granting or refusing licenses. The commission meets the 1^st Wednesday at 4:45 p.m.

American Indian Commission - This commission ensures that the views of the American Indian community are incorporated in the decision making, future planning, and stewardship of the city of Duluth and works to increase American Indian community involvement in all aspects of community affairs in Duluth. The commission meets the 3^rd Monday at 5:00 p.m.

Building Appeal Board - Hears appeals from decisions by the Building Official interpretation of the State Building Code, the Duluth Housing Code. Applicants must work in one of the following fields: commercial building construction, registered architect, registered engineer, realtor. The board meets the 2^nd Wednesday at 3:00 p.m.

Community Development Committee - This committee reviews proposals for funding under the Community Development (CD) program. The committee meets the 4^th Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.

Duluth Human Rights Commission - This commission promotes cultural diversity, the elimination of hate, prejudice, and discrimination against persons or groups based on race, gender, religion or other status of the person or group; educates the community on issues of discrimination and cultural diversity; promotes the goals and objectives of the Minnesota Human Rights Act. The commission meets the 2^nd Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

Duluth Public Arts Commission - This commission establishes criteria for selection of artists, locations for works of art and the works of art themselves which are to be paid for from the Municipal Arts Fund. The commission meets the 3^rd Monday at 4:30 p.m.

Duluth Transit Authority - This authority administers the operation of the public transit system. **Applicants for this opening must reside in the 2^nd, 3^rd, or 5th Council District of Duluth. The board meets the 4^th Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.

Parking Commission - This commission investigates and studies on- and off-street parking problems of broad significance occurring in the city and makes recommendations to the Administration and City Council concerning the solution of such problems. The commission meets on a Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. as needed.

Planning Commission – The commission advises the City Council on all planning and development matters including rezonings, issuance of special use permits, and community development policies. The Commission has final authority in approval of plats, serves as the responsible governmental unit (RGU) and conducts environmental reviews pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 116D and the applicable state regulations. The commission meets the 2^nd Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m.

Spirit Mountain Recreation Authority- Administers the operation of the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area. Applicants with a knowledge and background in business, finance and management is helpful. The Board meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 5:00 p.m.

Tree Commission - This commission recommends and advises the city administration and the city council on policies, budgetary concerns and technical tree related issues. The commission meets the 3^rd Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

Application forms are available in the City Clerk's office at 411 West First Street, Room 330, or on the city’s website http://www.duluthmn.gov/clerk/boards_commissions/bacvacancies.cfm 

Residents may also call the Clerk’s Office at (218) 730-5500.