Several citizen groups advise the city council on a variety of issues. If you're interested in applying to serve on one of them, now is the time to apply. The city council will interview applicants and make appointments later this year for terms beginning in early 2011.
The following lists boards that may have openings and the times they typically meet.
Environmental Quality Committee (EQC): Second Wednesday, 7 p.m. The EQC makes recommendations to the city council on a variety of environmental issues.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA): Fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. The HRA: works with Plymouth's housing and community development programs; administers federal, state and local grants for housing programs; and manages a residential apartment building for seniors.
Human Rights Commission (HRC): Meets quarterly on Thursday, 7 p.m. The HRC provides education on human rights issues and offers mediation services for human rights problems.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission (PRAC): Second Thursday, 7 p.m. PRAC oversees plans and proposals for the city's park system and recreation programs.
Planning Commission: First and Third Wednesday, 7 p.m. The Planning Commission reviews land development applications to ensure they conform to the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance.
Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit (PACT): Fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. PACT advises the city council on the city-operated Metrolink bus system, which provides commuter/reverse commuter service between Plymouth and downtown Minneapolis and a shared, curb-to-curb service.
If you are interested in serving on a board, commission or committee, you will need to complete an Application for Appointment.
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