April 14, 2023

City seeking applications for volunteer boards and committees

The Johnson City Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for appointments to the following volunteer boards and committees. All appointments are scheduled to be made in July 2023.

• Animal Control Board: Supervises and governs the policies and activities of the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Control Program and Center, which is responsible for the enforcement of regulations and codes pertaining to animals and prevention of cruelty to animals.
• One appointment for a three-year term. City or County residency required.
• Board of Building Codes: Hears and decides appeals and variances to the Johnson City Building Code, questions of code interpretation, oversees examinations of contractors to perform work in the community, and recommends code changes.
• One appointment for a three-year term. Requires licensure in the following area of expertise: plumbing contractor. City residency required.
• BrightRidge Board of Directors: Serves as a liaison between BrightRidge’s customers and management.
• One appointment for a four-year term. City residency required.
• Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors: The CVB is to showcase the uniqueness of and develop increased civic interest in the City of Johnson City as an attraction to tourists, visitors and individuals; to solicit special events to take place in Johnson City; to promote the distinctive resources of Johnson City; and to increase the economic contribution of tourism in order to grow Johnson City and relieve the burdens of government. 

• • Two appointments, each for three-year terms. One position requires management level employment within the lodging industry. Applicants for the remaining position must be 

• Golf Advisory Board: Recommends policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in operation of golf courses.
• One appointment for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Historic Zoning Commission: Considers conservation zoning to ensure preservation of historical structures.

• • One appointment for a three-year term. City residency required.

• Housing and Community Development Advisory Board: Advises and makes recommendations concerning housing, community, and economic development issues.
• Two appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Johnson City Development Authority: Promote and assist with the development and redevelopment of Johnson City, with specific emphasis on the downtown district and support for the local business community.
• Two appointments, each for a three-year term.
• Johnson City Public Library Board: Governing body and controlling fiscal authority for the public library. For information, contact Julia Turpin at julia.turpin@jcpl.org, 423-434-4457.
• Three appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Johnson City Regional Planning Commission: Administers the City’s Subdivision Regulations and advises the City Commission on matters of long-range development policy, zoning and annexation.
• Two appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Makes recommendations regarding recreation services and facilities.
• Two appointments, each for a three-year term. City residency required.
• Public Art Committee: Considers matters concerning public art, monuments, murals, or other creative efforts of individuals or groups.
• Four appointments, each for a three-year term.

Any citizen interested in serving may submit an application online at www.johnsoncitytn.org/boards. The deadline for applications is Friday, June 2. Applications are kept on file for one year. Descriptions of each board and committee may be found online at www.johnsoncitytn.org/boards_and_committees.

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