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HomeMy WebLinkAbout110322 FW_ Apply Today! _ Statewide Boards and Commissions ________________________________ From: Jamie Stephens, WSAC President Sent: Thursday, November 3, 2022 9:16:08 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Heidi Eisenhour Subject: Apply Today! | Statewide Boards and Commissions ________________________________ ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. ________________________________ Opportunities to Serve <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=8341305388&e=30e2d4045f> Applications Due Tomorrow! - Friday, November 4 at 5:00 pm Your help is needed to serve in vacant seats on statewide boards and commissions. These appointments/nominations will be decided by the WSAC Board of Directors on November 14, 2022. If you are serving in one of these positions and are eligible for reappointment, please reapply below. Click Here to Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=81979bda90&e=30e2d4045f> Current Openings: Affordable Housing Advisory Board (2 positions) Applications Received: 1 for Eastern, 1 for Western The Washington State Affordable Housing Advisory Board (AHAB) advises the Department of Commerce on housing and housing-related issues. AHAB has 24 members representing a variety of housing interests around the state (RCW 43.185B.020 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=6f6a8c8bbb&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: WSAC Member from Eastern Region County; WSAC Member from Western Region County Meeting Schedule: Quarterly - Virtual & rotating physical locations Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=2e89c0f900&e=30e2d4045f> Bridge Advisory Committee - Western Representative (Non-Voting) Applications Received: 1 WSDOT Local Programs Division supports the Local Bridge Advisory Committee (BAC). This committee provides a valuable sounding board for policy considerations and recommendations in carrying out the Local Agency Bridge Program. Committee members make recommendations to the WSDOT's Local Programs Director regarding the funding of projects. Requirements: County Engineer from Western Region County Meeting Schedule: Once per year or as-needed - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=e57e9e87dd&e=30e2d4045f> Building Code Council (Eastern) Applications Received: 1 The State Building Code Council was created to advise the Legislature on building code issues and to develop the building codes used in Washington state. These codes help to ensure buildings and facilities constructed in the state are safe and healthy for building occupants, accessible to persons with disabilities and the elderly, and energy efficient (RCW 19.27.070 <https://wsac.us3.li st-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=9f27296dde&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Legislative Body Member Meeting Schedule: Monthly at 10 am - Virtual or Olympia Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=45bfde5435&e=30e2d4045f> Community Forestry Council (WCFC) Applications Received: 0 The mission of the Washington State Urban and Community Forestry Council is to provide leadership to create a self-sustaining urban and community forestry program that preserves, plants, and manages forests and trees for public benefits and quality of life (RCW 76.15.020 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=ec349d7a0f&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: 5 times per year - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=a6f74e9509&e=30e2d4045f> Emergency Management Council Applications Received: 0 The Washington State Emergency Management Council advises the Governor and the Director of the Washington Military Department on all matters pertaining to state and local emergency management by promoting, assessing and reporting on statewide emergency readiness. Multiple Emergency Management-related committees, groups and commissions support the Washington Military Department's mission of minimizing the impact of emergencies and disasters on the people, property, environment and economy of Washington state. Requirements: WSAC Member Meeting Schedule: Every other month - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=d36e17eb6f&e=30e2d4045f> Forensic Investigations Council Applications Received: 0 Oversees the bureau of forensic laboratory services and, in consultation with the chief of the Washington state patrol or the Chief's designee, control the operation and establish policies of the bureau of forensic laboratory services. The Council also studies and recommends cost-efficient improvements to the death investigation system in Washington and report its findings to the legislature (RCW 43.103.040 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=a7fa4f1105&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: Monthly Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=0fb38b81da&e=30e2d4045f> Forest Practices Board Applications Received: 0 The Forest Practices Board is an independent state agency chaired by the Commissioner of Public Lands or designee. The Forest Practices Board was established by the 1974 Forest Practices Act and the rules it adopts are implemented and enforced by DNR (RCW 76.09.030 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=588671050e&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Member of County Legislative Authority Meeting Schedule: Feb, May, Jun, Aug, Nov - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=3aa034c91a&e=30e2d4045f> Local Government Advisory Committee Applications Received: 1 The Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC) makes recommendations to the Legislature and responds when lawmakers change policies that affect the Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting Systems (BARS) Manual. The Committee reviews state and federal legislation and proposed changes from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). GASB is the primary authority that determines Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for state and local governments. The Committee also advises the State Auditor’s Office on issues relating to the prescription of a uniform financial reporting system for cities and counties (Committee Bylaws <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=f2624a5fc4&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: County Government Employee Meeting Schedule: Typically twice per year (May or June and December) - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=76fe5faa46&e=30e2d4045f> State Board of Health Applications Received: 4 The state board may advise the Secretary on health policy issues pertaining to the Department of Health and the State. Shall provide a forum for the development of public health policy in Washington state. It is authorized to recommend to the Secretary the means for obtaining appropriate citizen and professional involvement in all public health policy formulation and other matters related to the powers and duties of the department. It is further empowered to hold hearings and explore ways to improve the health status of the citizenry (RCW 43.20 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=ac56085481&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: Monthly - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=f5ab2ca3b1&e=30e2d4045f> Tax Structure Work Group Applications Received: 0 In 2017, the Washington State Legislature established the Tax Structure Work Group (TSWG) to identify options to make the Washington State tax code more fair, adequate, stable, and transparent. As of 2019, the TSWG is comprised of bipartisan Washington State legislators, as well as representatives from the Governor’s Office, the Washington State Department of Revenue, the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC), and the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). The TSWG facilitates public discussions throughout the state about the advantages and disadvantages of the state's current and potential tax structure to inform recommendations to improve Washington State’s tax structure to benefit individuals, families, and businesses in Washington State (ESHB 1109, Sec 137 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=879c8459d9&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: County Elected Official Meeting Schedule: Monthly - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=b053e92be9&e=30e2d4045f> Click Here to Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=66af5c707c&e=30e2d4045f> Have additional questions? WSAC is here to help. Click here <mailto:info@wsac.org?subject=Question%20%7C%20Boards%20%26%20Commissions> to send us an email or give us a call at (360) 753-1886. View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/wsac/apply-now-statewide-boards-and-commissions-4741325?e=30e2d4045f> Copyright © 2022 Washington Association of Counties, All Rights Reserved You are receiving this email because you are involved in county government. Our mailing address is: Washington State Association of Counties 206 10th Ave SE Olympia, WA 98501-1311 Want to change how you receive these emails? 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Requirements: County Engineer from Western Region County Meeting Schedule: Once per year or as-needed - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=e57e9e87dd&e=30e2d4045f> Building Code Council (Eastern) Applications Received: 1 The State Building Code Council was created to advise the Legislature on building code issues and to develop the building codes used in Washington state. These codes help to ensure buildings and facilities constructed in the state are safe and healthy for building occupants, accessible to persons with disabilities and the elderly, and energy efficient (RCW 19.27.070 <https://wsac.us3.li st-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=9f27296dde&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Legislative Body Member Meeting Schedule: Monthly at 10 am - Virtual or Olympia Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=45bfde5435&e=30e2d4045f> Community Forestry Council (WCFC) Applications Received: 0 The mission of the Washington State Urban and Community Forestry Council is to provide leadership to create a self-sustaining urban and community forestry program that preserves, plants, and manages forests and trees for public benefits and quality of life (RCW 76.15.020 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=ec349d7a0f&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: 5 times per year - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=a6f74e9509&e=30e2d4045f> Emergency Management Council Applications Received: 0 The Washington State Emergency Management Council advises the Governor and the Director of the Washington Military Department on all matters pertaining to state and local emergency management by promoting, assessing and reporting on statewide emergency readiness. Multiple Emergency Management-related committees, groups and commissions support the Washington Military Department's mission of minimizing the impact of emergencies and disasters on the people, property, environment and economy of Washington state. Requirements: WSAC Member Meeting Schedule: Every other month - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=d36e17eb6f&e=30e2d4045f> Forensic Investigations Council Applications Received: 0 Oversees the bureau of forensic laboratory services and, in consultation with the chief of the Washington state patrol or the Chief's designee, control the operation and establish policies of the bureau of forensic laboratory services. The Council also studies and recommends cost-efficient improvements to the death investigation system in Washington and report its findings to the legislature (RCW 43.103.040 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=a7fa4f1105&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: Monthly Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=0fb38b81da&e=30e2d4045f> Forest Practices Board Applications Received: 0 The Forest Practices Board is an independent state agency chaired by the Commissioner of Public Lands or designee. The Forest Practices Board was established by the 1974 Forest Practices Act and the rules it adopts are implemented and enforced by DNR (RCW 76.09.030 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=588671050e&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Member of County Legislative Authority Meeting Schedule: Feb, May, Jun, Aug, Nov - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=3aa034c91a&e=30e2d4045f> Local Government Advisory Committee Applications Received: 1 The Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC) makes recommendations to the Legislature and responds when lawmakers change policies that affect the Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting Systems (BARS) Manual. The Committee reviews state and federal legislation and proposed changes from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). GASB is the primary authority that determines Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for state and local governments. The Committee also advises the State Auditor’s Office on issues relating to the prescription of a uniform financial reporting system for cities and counties (Committee Bylaws <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=f2624a5fc4&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: County Government Employee Meeting Schedule: Typically twice per year (May or June and December) - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=76fe5faa46&e=30e2d4045f> State Board of Health Applications Received: 4 The state board may advise the Secretary on health policy issues pertaining to the Department of Health and the State. Shall provide a forum for the development of public health policy in Washington state. It is authorized to recommend to the Secretary the means for obtaining appropriate citizen and professional involvement in all public health policy formulation and other matters related to the powers and duties of the department. It is further empowered to hold hearings and explore ways to improve the health status of the citizenry (RCW 43.20 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=ac56085481&e=30e2d4045f> ). Requirements: Elected Commissioner/Councilmember Meeting Schedule: Monthly - Virtual Learn More and Apply <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=f5ab2ca3b1&e=30e2d4045f> Tax Structure Work Group Applications Received: 0 In 2017, the Washington State Legislature established the Tax Structure Work Group (TSWG) to identify options to make the Washington State tax code more fair, adequate, stable, and transparent. As of 2019, the TSWG is comprised of bipartisan Washington State legislators, as well as representatives from the Governor’s Office, the Washington State Department of Revenue, the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC), and the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). The TSWG facilitates public discussions throughout the state about the advantages and disadvantages of the state's current and potential tax structure to inform recommendations to improve Washington State’s tax structure to benefit individuals, families, and businesses in Washington State (ESHB 1109, Sec 137 <https://wsac.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6943e0d4535671f24022ca02a&id=879c8459d9&e=30e2d4045f> ). 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