Eugene
Local residents looking for new opportunities to become involved in the community can apply now for positions on City boards and commissions
Eugene, OR – According to the city officials, there are 11 boards and commissions accepting applications for terms beginning July 1, 2024.
The application deadline has been extended to Sunday, February 4.
Members of boards and commissions provide an invaluable service to Eugene by advising the City Council and City staff on a wide variety of subjects and making recommendations on important policy matters.
The detailed studies and considered advice provided by boards and commissions often inspire innovative programs and improved services within the City.
Residents interested in participating in local government and helping to improve the community may consider applying for an opening. The following groups have openings in 2024:
City Council Advisory Bodies
- Budget Committee
- Civilian Review Board
- Historic Review Board
- Human Rights Commission
- Planning Commission
- Police Commission
- Sustainability Commission
- Toxics Board
Other Advisory Groups
- Envision Eugene Technical Advisory Committee
- Whilamut Natural Area Citizen Planning Committee
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Oregon7 days ago
“Pepper spraying a senator and everyday Americans at a peaceful protest”, Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden demands accountability for “Trump’s ICE” after claims of protest chaos and mistreatment
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Oregon7 days ago
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden claims Trump move creates “$1.7B slush fund for right-wing political violence” and warns of “historic taxpayer theft”
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Oregon7 days ago
Oregon Senate race heats up as GOP candidate calls out Democrats’ “blame game on the President” and says it has been their “over regulating, tax and spend policies” over decades of control
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Eugene7 days ago
ESF crews respond to single-vehicle crash on I-105 that leaves one dead and one seriously injured after vehicle strikes tree, officials say
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Eugene7 days ago
Eugene Police arrest wrong-way driver on DUII charge after early morning traffic stop
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Eugene7 days ago
Single-vehicle fatal crash on I-105 under investigation after rollover collision, Eugene Police say