The City of Mesa announced on Apr. 9 that it is inviting residents to apply for open positions on several of its volunteer advisory boards and committees.
These boards give community members a chance to share their expertise and participate in decisions that affect local policies, programs, and services. According to the city, recruitment is ongoing, with applications accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Appointments are recommended by the mayor and must be approved by the City Council.
Openings are available across a range of groups, including the Board of Adjustment, Building Board of Appeals, Design Review Board, Economic Development Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Board, Housing and Community Development Advisory Board, Museum and Cultural Advisory Board, Parks and Recreation Board, Personnel Appeals Board, Planning and Zoning Board, and Transportation Advisory Board. Each board focuses on different aspects such as land use decisions or public art policies. Most terms last three years unless otherwise noted.
Mesa promotes community engagement as an important part of informed citizen participation in decision-making processes according to the official website. The city has over 515,000 residents and ranks as the 36th largest city in the United States according to the official website. Mesa delivers essential services like public safety, utilities, parks maintenance, arts programs, cultural events, libraries operations as well as airport management according to the official website.
The city covers an area of 138 square miles within the Phoenix metropolitan region according to the official website. Mesa operates under a council-manager government system where citizens elect a mayor along with six council members; administrative functions are directed by a city manager according to the official website. This structure was established when Mesa became an incorporated city in the mid-20th century according to the official website.
Residents interested in serving can find more information about current openings or submit applications at mesaaz.gov/boards.
