November 17, 2017 – Midland City Council is accepting applications to fill openings on three boards and commissions. Boards and commissions advise the City of Midland on issues important to the municipality. Most positions do not require extensive expertise, just a willingness to serve.
Applicants must be city residents. All those who have previously applied for a board or commission vacancy are asked to submit a new application. Positions that are currently open are included below:
Cable Access Advisory Commission
- One MCTV access user position with a term expiring June 30, 2020
The Cable Access Advisory Commission advises the City Council regarding general policy matters related to the services provided to public access producers and viewers through MCTV. The commission is also responsible for encouraging the use of public access channels and gaining public input. This commission meets quarterly.
Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission
- One citizen-at-large position with a term expiring June 30, 2020
The Dial-A-Ride Advisory Commission assists the City Council in addressing the full range of public transportation issues including fare policies and structures, services and other relevant ordinances, rules and administrative requirements. The commission meets on an as-needed basis, generally one or two times a year.
West Main Street Historic District Commission
- Two citizen-at-large positions with terms expiring June 30, 2019 and June 30, 2020
This commission oversees all major applications for the construction, addition, alteration, repair, moving, excavation, or demolition of properties located within the West Main Street Historic District. This commission meets quarterly.
Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2017. Forms are located on the City of Midland website, www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/boardscommissions or in hard copy form through the City Manager’s Office, 333 W. Ellsworth St.
Applicants will be contacted about the possibility of interviewing with Council. Call the Manager’s Office at 989-837-3301 with any questions.
