City of Waco, Texas

Boards and Commissions

Related Links:

List of Boards and Commissions Opportunities

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).

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!

See our list of opportunities for service:

Boards & Commissions Opportunities List

How to Apply

You can fill out the form on our web site:

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 or email : City Secretary.

Terms

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.