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Joining

Become involved in your community! The Waco City Council welcomes applications from Waco residents who are interested in serving as a member of a board or commission. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to voice your concerns and influence decisions that involve your community's future. You can make a difference in your community! Click here for our list of opportunities for service.

How to Apply

You can fill out the form here:
Boards & Commissions Application

Or visit the City of Secretary's office on the 1st floor of City Hall.
For more information, call (254) 750-5750.

Terms & Conditions

Most members of boards and commissions serve two year terms, with the exception of the Firefighters and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission, Waco-McLennan County Library Advisory Commission, Plan Commission, and the Waco Public Improvement District #1 Advisory Board, which are all three-year terms. Members of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals serve four-year terms.

Basic Qualifications

The City of Waco boards/commissions policy Resolution No. 2002-0541 approved by City Council on September 17, 2002, establishes certain qualifications that must be met by all members of City Boards and Commissions. In addition to any special qualification for service on a particular board, a board member must:

  • Boards or commissions that are mandated by statute do require city residency; however, boards or commissions that are advisory in nature do not require city residency;

  • Have not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor crime of moral turpitude for which he/she has not been pardoned within the last ten (10) years;

  • Have not been removed from a board or commission because of failure to attend meetings within the last three (3) years;

  • It is the desire and intent of the council that a person serve on only one board at a time (exceptions listed in Resolution No. 2002-0541).

Boards & Commissions Listing:

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration

The Board makes recommendations in connection with the operation of the animal shelter and other matters requested by the City staff or the City Council to be studied for the purpose of making advisory recommendations through the City staff to the City Council.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Christine McSwannA-L10/2/201210/1/2014
Ramona HarmdierksI3/6/201210/1/2013
Malcolm Duncan Sr., Vice-ChairII11/1/201110/2/201210/1/2014
Josh BorderudIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Lisa TorgersenIV6/19/201210/1/2014
Laura SwannV7/6/20109/20/201110/1/2013
Carrie KuehlAnimal Welfare Organization- Animal Control Clinic6/6/20069/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Dr. Tamra Walthall, ChairVeterinarian 09/07/20109/20/201110/01/2013
Malcolm Duncan Jr.City Representative1/3/201210/1/2013
Wiley StemAnimal Shelter Representative12/04/201210/01/2013
Don BlandAnimal Welfare Organization - Humane Society2/5/201310/1/2014
Dr. Michelle NemecAnimal Welfare Organization - McLennan Animal Rescue Coalition2/5/201310/1/2014
Ben PerryMcLennan County 3/5/201310/1/2014

Special Qualifications: One licensed veterinarian, one city official, one animal shelter representative, and one animal welfare organization representative

Established: Res 1982-34 (2/23/1982); re-established 1986-54 (5/23/1986); Res. 1994-23 (02/01/1994) increasing membership to 10; Res. 2007-406 revising city designee; Res. 2012-026 (01/03/2012) approving name change of board; Res. 2012-655 (12-18-2013) increasing membership to 12., Res. 2013-120 (03/05/2013) adding County Commissioner to Board.

Terms: 2 years
Members: 12
Meetings: Monthly - 4th Tuesday at Noon at the Operations Center - Large Conf. Room (required to meet at least 3 times a year)
City Official: Assistant City Manager Wiley Stem
Revised: March 6, 2013

This board plays a vital role in making recommendations to the City Council to review and recommend extensions, improvements and additions to the airport's system and its master plan, for business relationships, capital improvements and expansion of the airport facilities.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Wesley FilerA-L10/2/201210/1/2014
Jerome GoodaleA-L10/4/201110/1/2013
Robert KingI09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Mary Ann JordanI09/15/200910/1/201110/1/2013
Dermot MantonII2/5/201310/1/2014
Randy WoodII11/1/201110/1/2013
Matthew MorrisonIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Alice Starr III8/7/201210/1/2013
Charles S. JeffersonIV10/1/201110/1/2013
VACANTV10/1/2013
Cecil NewsomeV10/2/201210/1/2014
Stuart SmithIV09/07/201011/6/201210/1/2014
Lauren DreyerEddy05/07/201309/30/2013

Established: Ord. 3172 (7/09/1974); Ord. 3322 (03/30/1976); Ord. 1983-27 (08/23/1983); Ord. 1986-56 (10/07/1986); Designated Waco Regional Airport & Madison Cooper Air Terminals Feb. 1989; Ord. 1991-34 (10/15/1991); Ordinance 2004-0487 (09/07/2004)
Terms: 2 years
Members: 12
Meetings: Every other Month on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Airport Conf. Room
City Official: Director of Aviation Services
Revised: February 5, 2013

The Board hears appeals and rendors decesions concerning modifications and variances to the adopted Electrical code. The Board review and recommends adoption of the latest edition of the code.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Luiz PatenaJourneyman Electrician02/05/200209/04/2007; 09/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Eldon RogersJourneyman Electrician09/07/200409/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Gregory FreyerJourneyman Electrician12/17/200209/02/2008, 09/07/2010; 10/1/201210/1/2014
VACANTEngineer10/1/2014
Jim BowenMaster Electrician02/05/200209/05/2006;9/7/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Dale AndrewsMaster Electrician02/05/20029/15/2009;9/20/201110/1/2013
Don C. Barrett, ChairNon-electrician06/03/20039/15/2009;9/20/201110/1/2013
K. Paul HoltNon-electrician04/03/200709/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Ord. 2221 (12/15/64); Code of Ordinance Sec 42-47; Ord. 2001-54 renamed the board

Terms: 2 years

Members: 8

Meetings: Called - 2nd Wednesday of the Month at 11:00 am)

City Official: Randall R. Childers, Chief Building Official

Revised: February 5, 2013

Hears appeals and provides interpretation of the Plumbing, Fuel Gas and Mechanical codes. The Board reviews and presents recommendations to City Council regarding code revisions and adoption of the latest edition of the codes.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Steve PadgettPlumbing Contractor10/02/200109/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Mike StaasMaster Plumber09/06/200509/15/2009;9/20/201110/1/2013
Michael WilliamsMaster Plumber09/07/2004;09/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Herbert Cross, Jr.Engineer06/03/200309/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Ken Boen, ChairHeating & Air10/03/200609/02/2008; 09/07/2010, 10/2/201210/1/2014
Mike VorderkunzHeating & Air Contractor09/21/20049/15/2009;9/20/201110/1/2013
Michael McNamaraArchitect09/06/200209/04/2007;10/01/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013

Established: Ord. 2425 (5/2/67); Ord. 1977-25 (5/3/77); Ord. 2001-54 (9/4/01)
renamed the board; Ord. 2004-0714 (12/7/04); Ord 2005-532 (9/20/05)
Terms: 2 years
Members: 7
Meetings: Called meetings (2nd Wednesday of the Month at 6:30 pm)
City Official: Randall R. Childers, Building Official
Revised: February 5, 2013

Makes recommendations to the full Council concerning policies for boards and commissions. Also reviews recommendations from Council Members on prospective members.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Honorable Alice RodriguezCC7/6/20106/19/20127/1/2013
Mayor Malcolm DuncanCC07/06/20106/19/20127/1/2013
Honorable John KinnairdCC6/19/20127/1/2013
Honorable Kyle DeaverCC6/19/20127/1/2013

Established:

Terms: 1 Year

Members: 4 City Council Members

Meetings: Monthly - 4th Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. - City Hall 3rd Floor Conf. Room

City Official: City Secretary, Patricia Ervin

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Committee recommends the selection, provides insruction and reviews the external auditors.  The committee also meets with the City Manager and budget staff during the annual budget process and providing input concerning Council budgeting priorities and reviews projections for major revenue sources.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Mayor Malcolm DuncanCC07/06/20106/19/20127/1/2013
Honorable Toni HerbertCC07/06/20106/19/20127/1/2013
Honorable John KinnairdCC6/19/20127/1/2013
Honorable Kyle DeaverCC6/19/20127/1/2013

Estblished: Res. 2006-411 (07/18/2006)
Terms: 1 Year
Members: 4 City Council Members
Meetings: Called
City Official: City Manager, Larry Groth, P.E.
Revised: February 5, 2013

Interprets and enforces building codes and hears appeals of the orders from the building official.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Bill AstonEngineer09/03/200609/04/2007; 9/20/201110/1/2015
Nathan AlfordBuilding Contractor09/15/199809/04/2007, 9/20/2011; 9/20/201110/1/2015
Ford TaylorBuilding Contractor02/05/20029/15/200910/1/2013
George JezekArchitect09/06/20059/15/200910/1/2013
Susan JohnstonH.O.T. Builders Association09/19/200609/07/201010/1/2014
William JohnsonAlternate
Engineer
12/02/200309/15/200910/1/2013
Franklin BullAlternate
Electrical Contractor
02/05/200209/04/2007; 9/20/201110/1/2015

Established: Ord. 1836; Ord. 2001-54 (9/4/01)
Terms: 4 years
Members: 7 (5 plus 2 alternates)
Meetings: Called
City Official: Chief Building Official, Randall R. Childers

Revised: February 5, 2013

This commission serves as a mediation tool between the City of Waco and citizens by hearing appeals and providing final interpretation of the Housing Code.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Joe Mayfield, Vice-ChairA-L10/5/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Henry FelknerA-L04/06/20109/20/201110/1/2013
VACANT - II10/1/2014
Henry W. JonesI12/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Lonnie ArmsteadII02/02/20109/20/201110/1/2013
Tricia WarrenII10/19/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Allan Wichkoski, ChairIII02/02/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Lisa DickisonIII12/6/201110/1/2013
Jud GriffisIV10/1/201110/2/201210/1/2014
David SwinsonIV11/1/201110/1/2013
Allen CooperV10/2/201210/1/2014
Russell TrippetV10/1/201110/1/2013

Established: Ord. 2281 (8/17/85); Ord. 1981-10 (2/24/81); Ord. 1983-15 (3/22/83);
Ord. 1991-37 (10/15/91)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 12

Meetings: Monthly, 1st Wednesday at 4:00 PM - Water Utilities Training Room

City Official: Chief Building Official, Randall R. Childers

Revised: February 5, 2013

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Malcolm Duncan, Jr.City of Waco08/07/201206/01/2013
Alice RodriguezCity of Waco08/07/201206/01/2013
Toni HerbertCity of Waco08/07/201206/01/2013

The Commission administers Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code (State Civil Service Statue), which includes establishing rules and regulations regarding hiring and dismissal of fire fighters and police officers. Appointed by City Manager and confirmed by Council.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Andreia L. Foster, Chair03/04/200311/17/201012/31/2012
Peter Kultgen, V Chair12/07/200412/16/2008; 12/6/201112/1/2014
Jose Mirales02/02/201012/31/2012

Established: Ord. 1173 (3/2/48); Texas LGC 143.006 (C-1)
Terms: 3-yr term
Members: 3 City Manager appointments with City Council confirmation
Meetings: Called
City Official: Director of Civil Service, Gary Johnson
Revised: February 5, 2013

Makes recommendations to City Council related to master plans, major capital improvements, Golf Course policies, fees and charges.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Jay GobleA-L10/2/201210/1/2014
Gordon NealA-L10/21/200809/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Robert Cline Jr.I09/02/200809/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Bobby JacobsI09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Nathan EmbryII11/03/200909/07/201010/1/2012
Belinda JenningsII02/02/20109/20/201110/1/2013
Laura KocekIII07/06/20109/20/201110/1/2013
John DerrickIII9/7/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Bobby Ray RobinsonIV10/19/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Andrew TelepIV6/19/201210/1/2013
Joe SullinsV09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
James GleasonV10/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Res 1997-27(2/18/97)
Terms: 2 Years
Members: 12
Meetings: Every other month - 2nd Tuesday at 11:30 AM
City Offiial: Parks and Recreation Director, Rusty Black
Kenny Duron, Program Administrator
Revised: March 4, 2013

The Committee provides input, advises and makes recommendations to City Council and the City Manager on policy matters related to  EEO/MBE/WBE and other relevant human resource issues.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Erma BallengerA-L9/20/201110/1/2013
Sherri PerkinsI11/17/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Mary CisnerosII11/03/20099/20/201110/1/2013
MaryAnn RiggsIII11/6/201210/1/2014
Robbie BrooksIV10/05/201010/1/2013
Terry LechlerV10/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan,
Council Agenda Item Revisions:
Res 1992-65 (92-450 – April 21, 1992)
Res 1993-95 (93-497 – June 15, 1993)
Res 1994-102 (94-494 – June 7, 1994)

Terms: 2 years (members drew for staggered terms March 11, 1993)

Members: 6

Meetings: Thursday in January & July at 3:00pm

City Official: EEO Staffing Officer, Abby Grillo

Revised: February 5, 2013

The board issues single-family and multifamily bond financing to promote the development of housing stock.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Jon SpelmanCC02/03/200910/2/201210/1/2014
Robin McDurham,Vice-ChairCC11/01/200509/04/2007; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Toni HerbertCC10/05/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Jeff WallCC9/20/201110/1/2013
Billy MuesseMcLennan County
Jim McDermitt, ChairMcLennan County
Kyle PaschallMcLennan County
Commissioner Kelly SnellEx Officio- McLennan County1/8/2013

Established: 1982-61 (03/23/82)

Term: Indefinate with 2 Year review

Members: 4 City of Waco appointees, 3 County appointees

Meetings: Called

City Official: Director of Housing, Jeff Wall

Revised: February 12, 2013

 

The Commission provides recommendations on landmarks and historic districts; establish and review long-range historic preservation goals and policies.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Allen FergusonII3/5/201310/1/2014
Natalie KinnairdIII11/6/201210/1/2014
Caren ShafferV09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Kurt MahlerIII05/07/201310/1/2013
Markham DossettA-L10/2/201210/1/2014
Don Davis - Vice-ChairA-L10/1/201110/1/2013
VACANTIV10/1/2013
Susan DuncanV10/2/201210/1/2013
Mildred BallouI10/4/201110/1/2013
Kenneth HafertepeIV10/05/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Virginia Green-BowieI03/03/200910/2/201210/1/2014
VACANT - II10/01/2013

Established: Ord. 1999-23 (05/04/99)

Members: 12

Term Limits: 2 years

City Official: Director of Planning, Clint Peters

Meetings: 2nd Thursday @ 5:15PM - Development Center - Main Conf. Room

Special Qualifications: At least one member should be an architect, planner, or representative of a design profession, one professional historian, one real estate licensee, one attorney professional archaeologist.

Revised: March 12, 2013

The Commission carries out and effectuates the purposes and provisions of the Housing Authorities Law (Art. 1269k and Resolution #447). Includes acquiring, leasing, and operating housing projects; provide for construction, reconstruction, improvement, alteration, or repair of any housing project; to lease or rent any dwellings, houses, accommodations, lands, buildings, structures, or facilities embraced in any housing project.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
VACANT02/24/2015
Sylvia Ashley02/06/200702/03/2009; 2/15/2011; 2/5/201302/24/2015
Eunice Harris02/07/201202/24/2014
Joyce Polk02/02/201002/07/201202/24/2014
Michael A. Stone02/05/200802/07/201202/24/2014

Established: Res 0447 (2/15/38)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 5 – Mayor’s appointment

Meetings: Monthly, 3rd Tuesday

Contact: Housing Authority
Gary Moore, Exec. Director
4400 Cobbs Dr. (10)
(254) 752-4367

Revised: March 12, 2013

Presents recommendations to Council regarding ordiancnes, policies, fees and charges related to City parks, programs and events.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Towne AdamsA-L11/1/201110/1/2013
Derrel LuceA-L10/05/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Willie WilliamsonI06/16/200910/4/201110/1/2013
Frank D. ProctorI06/16/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Sammy SmithII09/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201410/1/2014
Paul LeosII12/6/201110/1/2013
Penny ForrestIII09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Steve MayIII09/02/200809/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Delisa K. Burnell-Smith, ChairIV02/02/201011/6/201210/1/2014
Kathy WiseIV12/04/201210/01/2013
Wesley Lloyd - Vice ChairV09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Allen R. Miller, IIIV09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013

Established: Ord. 2238 (2/9/65); Ord. 3308 (1/27/76); Ord. 3321 (3/30/76);
Ord. 3338 (6/8/76); Ord. 1991-35 (10/15/91)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 12

Meetings: Monthly, 2nd Thursday at 11:30 AM - S. Waco Comm Center Conf. Room (no Meeting in July or December)

City Official: Parks & Recreation Director, Rusty Black

Revised: February 5, 2013

Prepares and amends the master plan for physical development of the city; recommends to City Council proposed changes to zoning plan and subdividing land.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
LaRaine DuPuyA-L10/2/201210/1/2015
Chris GutierrezA-L10/1/201110/1/2014
Russell DevorskyI12/04/200710/1/2013
Norma JohnsonI10/1/201110/1/2014
Sandra MarquezII02/03/20099/20/201110/1/2014
Daniel Tagle, Jr.II09/02/200809/07/201010/1/2013
Lewis McReynolds, Vice-ChairIII09/04/200709/07/201010/1/2013
Joshua Carter, ChairIII12/15/20099/20/201110/1/2014
Peter EllisIV12/04/201210/01/2015
Jose VillanuevaIV10/1/201110/1/2014
Sam BrownV04/01/200809/07/201010/1/2013
Libby CainV09/02/200809/15/2009; 10/2/201210/1/2015

Established: City Charter, Art. IX, November 1958; Ord. 1991-36 (10/15/91)

Terms: 3 years

Members: 12

Meetings: Monthly, 4th Tuesday at 7:00 pm - Bosque Theatre

City Official: Director of Planning, Clint Peters

Revised: February 5, 2013

The City Council shall appoint one member. Each member will have expertise as a museum curator; visual, performing or literary arts; urban planning and or landscape architecture, history and/or science profession; or commercial visual artist or designer.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Alyce BeardCity of Waco3/22/2011
Bob ScattergoodCity of Waco3/22/2011
Don DavisCity of Waco3/22/2011
LuAnne KlarasCity of Waco3/22/2011
Virginia DuPuyCity of Waco3/22/2011
Doreen Ravenscroft - Ex-OfficioCity of Waco 3/22/2011

Established: Resolution 2010-685 (12/07/2010)

Term Limits: 2 years

Members: 6

Meetings: TBD

City Official: City Manager's Office

Revised: February 5, 2013

Provides recommendations to City Council concerning new or enhanced recycling and waste reduction programs.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Chase SlighA-L10/2/201210/1/2014
Orville ChappellI12/06/201110/1/2013
VACANT - IIII10/1/2012
Amanda SriramIII2/5/201310/1/2013
Karl MillerIV02/07/201210/1/2013
Leonard EnglanderV10/2/201210/1/2014
Bradley TurnerMCC8/7/201210/1/2014
Dawn ChumakBAYLOR05/01/201210/2/201210/1/2014
Rhonda BeauchampTSTC2/5/201310/1/2013
Donald RobertsonWISD11/03/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Kelly CollinsBusiness CMC Recycling11/6/201210/1/2014
Kendal HobbyBusiness-Sunbright Paper Recycling LLC3/22/201110/2/201210/1/2014
Alfred SolanoCen-Tex Hispanic Chamber09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
VACANT (CTAAC)Central Texas African American Chamber10/1/2012
VACANTGreater Waco Chamber10/1/2014
Angela HughesHOTCOG09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Sherri StreetCIVIC/ENVIRON.09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Destany GutierrezYouth10/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Res. 1995-40; amended by Res 1998-47; amended by Res 2006-553 (9/19/06)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 17

Meetings: Monthly 3rd Monday at 4pm - Waco Transit Bldg. Comm. Meeting Room

City Official: Director of Solid Waste, Chuck Dowdell

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Board provides oversight for the preperation and implementation of theTax Increment Finance (TIF)  Project and Financing Plan and reviews, evaluates and recommends projects, designed to facilitate public improvement in designated areas, via the administration of TIF funds pending City Council approval.

 

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Noah JacksonI12/6/201110/1/2013
Anthony Pena, ChairII09/02/200809/07/2010; 10/1/201210/1/2014
James Nelson IIIIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Beverly WalkerIV10/19/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Heyward TaylorV9/20/201110/1/2013
Bonny CainWISD
Robert Sheehy, Jr.MCC
Will JonesMcLennan County1/1/2013

Established: Ord. 1982-54 (12/14/82); Res. 1983-487; Ord. 1986-69 (12/20/83); Letter 1/10/84 (14-59)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 8 (5 appointed by Council)

Meetings: Quarterly or As Needed (March, June, September, December) on the 2nd Fridays of the month

City Official: Assistant City Manager, George Johnson, Jr.

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Board provides oversight for the preperation and implementation of theTax Increment Finance (TIF) Project and Fiancne Plan and reviews, evaluates and recommends projects, designed to facilitate public improvement in designated areas, via the administration of TIF funds pending City Council approval.


 

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Noah JacksonI12/06/201110/1/2013
Anthony Pena, ChairII09/02/200809/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
James Nelson IIIIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Beverly WalkerIV10/19/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Heyward TaylorV09/20/201110/1/2013
Bonny CainWISD
Robert Sheehy, Jr.MCC
VacantMcLennan County

Established: Ord. 1982-54 (12/14/82); Res. 1983-487; Ord. 1986-69 (12/20/83); Letter 1/10/84 (14-59)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 8 (5 appointed by Council)

Meetings: Quarterly or As Needed (March, June, September, December) on the 2nd Fridays of the month

City Official: Assistant City Manager, George Johnson, Jr.

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Board provides oversight for the preperation and implementation of theTax Increment Finance (TIF) Project and Fiancne Plan and reviews, evaluates and recommends projects, designed to facilitate public improvement in designated areas, via the administration of TIF funds pending City Council approval.

 

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Noah JacksonI12/06/201110/1/2013
Anthony Pena, ChairII09/02/200809/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
James Nelson IIIIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Beverly WalkerIV10/19/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Heyward TaylorV09/20/201110/1/2013
Bonny CainWISD
Robert Sheehy, Jr.MCC
VacantMcLennan County

Established: Ord. 1982-54 (12/14/82); Res. 1983-487; Ord. 1986-69 (12/20/83); Letter 1/10/84 (14-59)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 8 (5 appointed by Council)

Meetings: Quarterly or As Needed (March, June, September, December) on the 2nd Fridays of the month

City Official: Assistant City Manager, George Johnson, Jr.

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Committee works to secure substantial financial or material resources for the development of the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. Advises Council regarding operation and maintenance of the museum.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Jim BushA-L09/15/200907/06/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
VACANTI10/1/2014
Alfred SolanoII10/2/201210/1/2014
David SterlingIII10/2/201210/1/2014
John JohnsonIV9/20/201110/2/201210/1/2014
Joe B. Hinton, ChairV09/02/20089/20/201110/1/2013
Tobin ArmstrongDevelopment03/07/200609/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Tommye Lou DavisDevelopment09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Marshall DokeDevelopment03/04/200809/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
VacantDevelopment10/1/2013
Rondy GrayDevelopment09/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Carey HobbsDevelopment09/15/200909/07/2010;10/2/201210/1/2014
Les LittletonDevelopment09/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Paul McClintonDevelopment09/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Abel ReynaDevelopment10/2/201210/1/2014
James S. HamblenDevelopment3/5/201310/1/2013
Mark WhiteDevelopment09/15/200909/07/2010;10/2/201210/1/2014
Alex JimenezDevelopment09/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Tom E. Clowe, Jr., Vice-ChairDevelopment12/15/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Hank WhitmanDevelopment10/2/201210/1/2014
Ross DardenDevelopment10/2/201210/1/2014
Thomas SwannDevelopment10/2/201210/1/2014
Malcolm Duncan, Jr.Council10/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Res. 1980-371 (6/24/1980); Res. 1981-339 (10/13/1981); Res. 1999-39 (2/2/1999) changed name; Res. 2001-70 (2/6/01); 2009-382 (7/21/09); Res. 2012-464 (10/2/2012)

Terms: 2 years, Development 2 years indefinate

Members: 15-24

Meetings: as needed, at least twice per year

City Official: TRHFM Director, Byron Johnson

Revised: February 5, 2013

The Board makes recommendations to the City Council on major policy decisions pertaining to the overall operation of the Waco Convention & Visitors Center.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Robert KinneyA-L09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Elaine Seeber, Vice-ChairA-L12/7/20109/20/201110/1/2013
VACANT - II10/1/2014
Rosa M. PalmerI05/06/200809/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
Bryan FonvilleII10/2/201210/1/2013
Pat NowotnyII09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Gregory KocekIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Jennifer ScottIII10/2/201210/1/2013
Rick AllenIV12/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Jonya WilliamsIV9/20/201110/1/2013
Kathy SchroederV10/2/201210/1/2013
Nancy GoodnightV10/2/201210/1/2013
Mike BehelerRestaurant Assn.5/1/201210/1/2013
Susan TaylorArts/Cultural10/2/201210/1/2013
Justin EdwardsHotel/Motel Assn.4/3/201210/1/2014
Joyce PackardWelcome Corps.03/23/199309/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Jack McKinney, ChairMuseum Association4/6/200109/20/201110/1/2013

Established: March 8, 1983 City Council Action, Vol. 13, Page 402 (City Managers Report), Resolution 1991-1993; Ordinance 1986-31 changed the name; Resolution No. 2001-256 mermbership; Resolution 2010-191 (6/4/2010) added the Museum Association to membership.

Term Limit: 2 Years

Members: 17

Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 PM - Waco Room of WCVB

City Official: Director, Liz Taylor

Revised: February 5, 2013

WHFDC approved Bonds for Hillcrest in 2003 and 2006.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Bill Carden09/15/2009Indef.
David LacyIndef.
VACANTIndef.
Terry StevensIndef.
Marjorie KultgenIndef.

Established: Res. 1983-46; Res. 1986-79 changed articles of incorporation; Amended Res. 2009-299 (6/02/2009)

Terms: Indefinite

Members: 5

Meetings: Called

City Official: Asstistant City Manager, George Johnson, Jr.

Revised: February 5, 2013

This is a nonprofit higher education facilities corporation organized exclusively for the purpose of aiding nonprofit institutions of higher education in provided educational facilities and housing facilities.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Debbie LuceCC10/05/20106/19/20123/1/2014
Steven T. Cutbirth03/05/20026/19/20123/1/2014
Virginia DuPuyCC07/06/20106/19/20123/1/2014
Alvin PollardCC03/05/200204/01/2008; 07/06/2010; 6/19/20123/1/2014
Harold Cunningham10/2/20123/1/2014
Jean McReynolds04/04/200604/01/2008; 07/06/2010; 6/19/20123/1/2014
Mark Boyd03/04/200807/06/2010; 6/19/20123/1/2014

Established: Ord. 2002-0155 (3/19/2002)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 7 members

Meetings: Called; annual meeting 1st Tuesday of March

City Official: City Attorney

Revised: October 10, 2012

The corporation is a nonprofit corporation created under the Development Corporation Act for the public purpose to promote and develop new and expanded commercial, industrial and manufacturing enterprises, so as to promote and encourage employment within and promote the public welfare of the citizens of Waco.  More specifically, the corporation has the authority to : (a) develop lease, sale or loan agreements; and (b) Issue bonds to further promote and develop the City of Waco. Council maintains oversight and approval authority over all nond issuance projects.  

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Cody Campbell05/03/2005Indef.
Bill Clifton09/21/2004Indef.
William Nesbitt03/24/198103/23/1993Indef.
Van S. Allen12/15/1992Indef.
Rose Garcia09/05/1995Indef.

Established: Res. 1979-632 (10/16/79)

Terms: Indefinite per Res. 1994-67 (4-19-94)

Members: 5

Meetings: Called

City Official: City Attorney & Economic Development Coordinator

Revised: January 4, 2006

Receives donations for future development at the Waco Mammoth Site.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Kay OlsonCity of Waco12/04/201210/01/2014
Gayle V. Lacy- PresidentCity of Waco12/19/200609/02/2008; 09/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Mayor Malcolm Duncan Jr.City of Waco11/6/201210/1/2013
Gloria YoungCity of Waco10/2/201210/1/2014
Karla LeeperBaylor
Ellie CastonBaylor
Tommye Lou Davis - Vice PresidentBaylor

Established: Res. 2004-597 (10/19/2004)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 4 appt by Waco City Council; 3 appt by Baylor University

Meetings: Every other monthly- 2nd Thursday at 4:00 PM (January, March, May, July, September, November) City Hall 4th Floor Conf. Room

City Official: Director of Parks & Recreation, Rusty Black

Revised: February 5, 2013

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Kevin WilsonCity of Bellmead
Lydia Lopez, SecretaryCity of Hewitt
Michelle HicksCity of Lacy Lakeview
Mike Olson, Vice ChairCity of McGregor
Bill McClungCities of Beverly Hills, Bruceville-Eddy, Crawford, Lorena, Mart, Moody, Ross, West, Riesel
Mary Jo Crider JaskaCities of Beverly Hills, Bruceville-Eddy, Crawford, Lorena, Mart, Moody, Riesel, Ross, West
Pat ChisolmMcLennan County
Bob CervenkaCity of Robinson
Dr. Roland Goertz (Family Health Care Center)City of Waco8/7/20126/1/2013
Council Member Toni HerbertCity of Waco8/7/20126/1/2013
Mayor Malcolm Duncan Jr.City of Waco8/7/20126/1/2013
Larry GrothCity of Waco6/1/2013
Yousry ZakharyCity of Woodway
City of Gholson
City of Golinda
City of Hallsburg
City of Leroy
Catherine BodeCity of Riesel

Established: Res. 2000-237

Terms: 3 Years

Members: 4 from City of Waco

Meetings: Quarterly - 3rd Wednesday at 10:00 am in the Health District Preparedness Training Room (January, April, July, October)

City Official: Director of Public Health, Sherry Williams

Updated: February 5, 2013

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Mr. Jed Walker, P.E., ChairCitizen Representative -- City of Waco
Mr. Keith Bond City Manager -- City of Lacy-Lakeview
The Honorable Malcolm Duncan, Jr.Mayor -- City of Waco
Mr. Robert Cervenka, Vice-ChairCity Manager -- City of Robinson
The Honorable Kyle DeaverCouncil Member, District V -- City of Waco
Mr. Larry D. Groth, P.E. City Manager -- City of Waco
Mr. Sam BrownWaco Plan Commission Chair8/2/20116/19/20127/31/2013
The Honorable Jim JaskaMayor -- City of Ross
The Honorable Francisco LeosMayor Pro-Tem -- City of McGregor
The Honorable Scott FeltonCounty Judge -- McLennan County
The Honorable Kelly SnellCommissioner -- McLennan County1/8/2013
Mr. Adam Miles City Manager -- City of Hewitt
The Honorable Alice Rodriguez Council Member -- City of Waco
Mr. Bobby Littlefield, P.E. District Engineer -- TxDOT
The Honorable Kevin WilsonMayor Pro-Tem -- City of Bellmead
Ms. Natalie EdwardsAssistant to City Manager, City of Woodway
Ms. Koni BillingsCity Administrator, City of Bruceville-Eddy
The Honorable John KinnairdCouncil Member, District III, City of Waco
Mr. Dale Fisseler, P.E. Deputy City Manager

Established: Res. 9022 (6/18/1974); 2001-014 (1/9/2007) Contract

Terms: 1 Year

Members: 7 from City of Waco

Meetings: 4th Tuesday of every Month at 2:00 p.m. at HOTCOG

City Official: Director of Planning, Clint Peters

Revised: February 12, 2013

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Ms. Koni BillingsCity Administrator, City of Bruceville-Eddy
Mr. Keith BondCity Manager, City of Lacy-Lakeview
Mr. Robert CervenkaCity Manager, City of Robinson
Mr. Billy ClemonsCity Manager, City of Lorena
Ms. Natalie EdwardsAssistant to City Manager, City of Woodway
Mr. Christopher EviliaDirector, City of Waco, Metropolitan Planning Organization
Mr. Dale Fisseler, P.E.Deputy City Manager, City of Waco
Hon. David GonzalesMayor, City of Beverly Hills
Mr. Steve Hendrick, P.E.Engineer, McLennan County
Mr. Mark Hines, P.E.Public Works Director, City of Waco
Mr. Norman Hogue, P.E.Traffic Engineer, City of Waco
Mr. John R. Jasek, P.E.McLennan County Area Engineer, Texas Dept of Transportation
Hon. Jim JaskaMayor, City of Ross
Mr. Tim Juarez, Jr.North Region MPO Coordinator, Texas Dept of Transportation
Mr. Edward A. Kabobel, Jr.Transportation Planning Administrator, Texas Dept of Transportation
Mr. Joel MartinezAirport Manager, City of Waco
Mr. Karl McNairBaylor University, Director of Real Estate Services
Ms. Paula OwenTransportations Director, Central Texas Senior Ministry
Mr. Andy Petter, P.E.Deputy District Engineer, Texas Dept of Transportation
Ms. Denise RodriguezCommunity Development Coordinator, City of Hewitt
Mr. Jed Sulak, P.E.Consultant/Vice President, City of Bellmead/BSP Engineers, Inc.
Mr. Matt MeadorPresident/CEO, Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
Ms. Sandra WebbTransportation Manager, Heart of Texas Council of Govt.
Mr. Larry J. Colclaure, P.E.Transportationi Operations Director - Waco District, Texas Dept of Transportation
Mr. Greg DavisPublic Transportation Coordinator, Texas Dept of Transportation
Mr. Kevin Dickey, P.E.Director of Transportation Planning & Development, Texas Dept of Transportation
Mr. Kevin P. Evans, CEcDCity Manager, City of McGregor
Mr. John L. HendricksonGeneral Manager, Waco Transit, City of Waco
Mr. Everett "Bo" ThomasCity Manager, City of Bellmead

Established: Res. 9022 (6/18/1974); 2001-014 (1/9/2007) Contract

Terms: 1 Year

Members: 7 from City of Waco

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday at 2:00 pm - Waco Transit Admin Bldg

City Official: Director of Planning, Clint Peters

Revised: February 7, 2013

Provide public improvements in the Public Improvement District.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Tom Chase, ChairInsurors of Texas11/06/20079/7/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2013
Tom GreeneTEJAS Logistics11/01/201110/2/201210/1/2013
Robyn MillsRoosevelt Tower12/15/20099/7/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Steven CatesTexas Life11/06/20079/7/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2013
Cy LongHotel Indigo8/7/201210/2/201210/2/2015
Gordon RobinsonSpecialty Property, Washington Partners, Franklin Partners, WTH Properties11/06/200710/2/201210/1/2013
Bonny CainWaco ISD9/20/201110/2/201210/1/2014
Melvin LipsitzLipsitz & Company11/06/200710/2/201210/1/2013
David HoppensteinHoppenstein Properties11/06/20079/15/2009, 10/1/201210/1/2015
Stephen A. Sorrells, Vice-Chair514 Austin LP & BSG Railyard LP09/15/200610/2/201210/1/2013
James R. CliftonDr. Pepper Museum11/06/200709/15/2009; 10/2/201210/1/2015
Jennifer LindseyBeard, Kultgen, Brophy, Bostwick, Dickson and Squires09/15/200910/2/201210/1/2015
Lisa SheldonBrazos River Partnership11/06/200709/15/2009; 10/2/201210/1/2013
Judy TuckerHistoric Lofts of Waco High9/7/201210/2/201210/1/2015
Leslie HenryPhoenix Ballroom & Waco Outreach Foundation09/15/200910/2/201210/1/2015
Connie ClarkWells Fargo9/20/201110/1/201210/1/2014
Rosemary TownsendBusiness Resource Center8/7/201210/2/201210/1/2015
Josette AyresQuinn Campus, Inc.12/15/200910/2/201210/1/2015
Dennis HavranekHilton & Marriott (WI-ERI)General manager9/20/201110/2/201210/1/2014
David WallaceRiver Square Center Partners & Waco Town Square Partners11/06/200709/02/2008;9/20/2011; 10/1/201210/1/2014
David LacyMaverick Inv, Franklin Inv, One Libety Place, St. Charles Place & Community Bank11/06/200709/02/2008; 9/20/2011; 10/1/201210/1/2014
Joe DunlapAmerican Amicable Insurance11/06/200709/02/2008;9/20/2011, 10/2/201210/1/2014
Rashmi PatelKrishna Ram11/06/200709/02/2008;9/20/2011; 10/1/201210/1/2014
Sam BrownBrown Properties2/15/201110/2/201210/1/2014
David UnderwoodBen E. Keith11/06/200709/02/2008; 9/20/2011; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Larry Groth-Ex-OfficioCity of Waco
Felix Landry- Ex-OfficioCity of Waco
County Judge Scott FeltonMcLennan County
Chris McGowan-Ex-OfficioGreater Waco Chamber of Commerce
Laveda Brown-Ex-OfficioCen-Tex African American Chamber of Commerce
Alfred Solano-Ex-OfficioCen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Reagan RamsowerBaylor University4/6/201010/2/201210/1/2013
Monica SalterClarion Hotel8/7/201210/2/201210/1/2015
Brian GinsburgNew York Clothier & W Promotions9/21/19999/7/2010;10/2/201210/1/2013
Megan Henderson-Ex-Officio memberDowntown Development Corporation 4/2/2013

Established: Nov 6, 2007 (council agenda item 07-724)
Terms: Indefinite subject to 3 year review
Members: Approx 30
Statute requires the board include owners of taxable real property representing
More than 50% of the appraised value liable for assessment in the district
Meetings: Bimonthly 2nd Monday @ 1:30 pm
City Official: George Johnson, Jr., Assistant City Manager
Revised: April 12, 2013

Ensures efficient and effective operation of Waco Transit System services. This board makes recommendations concerning bus routes, service expansions and operational policies.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Bruce NeatherlinA-L11/03/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Jim Newkham, ChairA-L11/03/20099/20/201110/1/2013
Todd Orman I4/2/201310/1/2014
Philip PriceII03/03/200909/15/2009; 9/20/201110/1/2013
VACANTII10/1/2012
Ian MooreIII02/07/201210/1/2013
Mike ScherrIII10/2/201210/1/2014
Matilde LozanoIV11/1/201110/1/2013
Steve BaileyIV10/05/201010/2/201210/1/2014
Don BagbyV3/5/201310/1/2013
Chaney JohnsonV10/4/201110/1/201210/1/2014
Roy WalthallI10/2/201210/1/2013

Established: Res 1992-186 (11-24-1992) File No. 92-842; Res 1999-361 – changing name of board

Terms: 2 years

Members: 12

Meetings: Third Thursday every odd month 12:00 pm - Waco Transit Maintenance & Admin Facility Training Room

City Official: Waco Transit General Manager, John Hendrickson

Revised: April 12, 2013

 

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Bryan DaniliucRapoport Academy9/20/20119/30/2012
Nadia ZunigaUniversity High School9/20/20119/30/2012
Evan PaulVanguard9/20/20119/30/2012
David MoffatLive Oak9/20/20119/30/2012
Elexia JacksonRapoport Academy9/30/20119/30/2012
America SotoUniversity High School9/20/20119/30/2012
Tarean StottsWaco High School 9/20/20119/30/2012
Hannah BridgewaterRapoport Academy9/20/20119/30/2012
Harrison FullerCrawford High9/20/20119/30/2012
Breann WareVanguard9/20/20119/30/2012
Michael RamadanVanguard9/20/20119/30/2012
Kianna FordWaco High9/20/20119/30/2012
Michelle RamadanVanguard
Brianna GongoraLaVega High
Cullen HairstonLiveoak
Matthew VaughnWaco High
Exavier JacksonRapoport Academy
Jessica NicholsonWaco High
Sha'Brittany CookPremier High
Julia McKnightMidway
Marshall TekellWaco High
Lauren WalkerVanguard

Updated: February 5, 2013

Adopts bylaws, rules, and regulations for public library and facilities.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
John Wilson, ChairA-L09/16/200609/07/201010/1/2013
Michael RobertsI12/6/201110/1/2014
Marcus Johnson, Vice-ChairII09/04/20079/20/201110/1/2014
Norma CannataIII09/02/200810/4/201110/1/2014
Vicki KlarasIV09/07/201010/1/2013
Dorothy FornoffV09/07/201010/1/2013
Sarah RichieCC10/4/201110/1/2014
Christina Chan-ParkCC10/4/201110/1/2014
Nancy CagleCC10/2/201210/1/2015
Kelly SnellCounty-Representative1/8/2013

Established:

Term: 3 years

Members: 9 plus 1 county

Meetings: 4th Wednesday every other month at 4:00 PM (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sept, Nov)

City Official: Library Director, James Karney

Revised: February 12, 2013

Hears appeals on decisions made by building officials; authorizes variances and regulates non-conforming uses.

Name Representing Original Appointment Re-Appointment Term Expiration
Cecil McDowellI11/6/201210/1/2013
Joe RodriguezII07/06/201010/1/2013
Lucia DeBauge-HarcumIII8/7/201210/1/2014
VACANTIV10/1/2012
Mike Dunham, ChairV09/15/200909/07/2010; 10/2/201210/1/2014
Claire Kultgen-AlternateCC10/2/201210/1/2013
J. Austin Closs- AlternateCC10/2/201210/1/2013
Victor DuPart, AlternateCC09/07/201010/2/201210/1/2014

Established: Ord. 1888 (2-16-60); Ord. 1986-49 (9-2-86)

Terms: 2 years

Members: 5 member, 4 alternates

Meetings: Monthly, third Thursday at 7:00 PM - Development Center

City Official: Director of Planning, Clint Peters

Revised: February 5, 2013

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