Rochester looking for volunteers to fill open board seats

The City of Rochester is seeking applicants for several boards, commissions and committees. The deadline to apply is Monday, October 22.

• Board of Appeals

• Citizens Advisory on Transit

• Energy Commission

• Library Board

• Mayo Civic Center Commission

• Music Board

• Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee (Transit/Safety and Health)

• Planning and Zoning Commission

• Rochester Public Utilities Board

The mayor is responsible for interviewing candidates and submitting his choices to the city council. Most committees meet about once a month and are responsible for making recommendations to city staff and the council.

The positions are volunteer based and offer no compensation. However, they do provide community members a hands-on experience in city government.

You can follow this link to apply for open positions. Citizens who do not have internet access may apply at the Rochester Public Library.

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