Vancouver, Wash. – The City of Vancouver is seeking applicants interesting in filling two vacancies on its volunteer Parking Advisory Committee. The deadline to apply for these positions is 5 p.m, Wednesday, March 11.

Both open positions are currently held by individuals whose terms are expiring and one of these individuals may reapply. Per Vancouver City Council policy, all incumbents who wish to reapply for their positions will be re-interviewed along with any qualifying applicants.

The Parking Advisory Committee is a seven-member volunteer body that advises the Vancouver City Council and City staff on parking policy and program implementation. Applicants for both positions must meet at least one of the following requirements:

• Live or own property anywhere within the Vancouver city limits
• Serve as an executive officer/partner,  or employee at a business located in the downtown area

All applicants must also be available for an interview with Vancouver City Councilmembers on Wednesday, March 25.

Committee members serve four-year terms. The committee meets quarterly, or as needed, on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. Sixth St.

Applications may be submitted online at www.cityofvancouver.us/boards. To request a printed application or for further information, contact Shannon Ripp at Vancouver City Hall, P.O. Box 1995, Vancouver, WA 98668-1995, by email at bc_coordinator@cityofvancouver.us or by calling 360-487-8607.

Visit www.cityofvancouver.us/pac to learn more about the City’s Parking Advisory Committee, including links to past meeting minutes and agendas.

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