Commissions & Committees
The City of Piedmont receives advice from several advisory bodies, focusing on specific subject areas, including, parks, budget, public safety, recreation, and planning, among others. Each of these bodies provides recommendations to the Council on policies and projects, and some make decisions on matters specifically delegated to them. Meetings of commissions and committees are open to the public and the agenda for each meeting is published in advance, in accordance with the provisions of the Brown Act.
Residents volunteer their time to serve on Commissions and Committees for terms which are generally three years in length. Most terms begin on April 1st of each year. Applications are generally accepted and interviews conducted in March of each year. Those wishing to serve are required to fill out an application and participate in a mandatory interview with the City Council, which makes the appointments.
Click to view the All City Roster, which contains the names and term information for all Commissions and Committees.
Recruitment and Application Period is Now Open
Applications are now open for appointed volunteer positions on six City Commissions or Committees. Vacancies are available on:
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Commission/ Committee
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Duties
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Vacancies
(# of Incumbents Eligible to Reapply)
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Meets
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Budget Advisory and Financial Planning Committee
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Studies and provides recommendations on annual budget, long-term financial projections, mid-year budget adjustments, and the City’s municipal services tax rate and renewal.
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3 (2)
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As needed
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Civil Service Commission
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Deals with personnel issues including classification and serves as the hearing board in disputes between the City and employees.
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2 (1)
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As needed
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Park Commission
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Advises on issues related to public parks and street trees.
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3 (3)
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Monthly on first Wednesdays, 5:30pm.
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Planning Commission
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Advises on issues related to planning and building. Makes decisions regarding proposed modifications or construction to homes. Requires approximately 4 hours per month in addition to meeting time.
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3 (2)
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Monthly on second Mondays, 5:30pm.
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Public Safety Committee
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Advises on efforts to increase public participation in crime reduction and disaster preparedness.
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2 (2)
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Quarterly
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Recreation Commission
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Advises on issues regarding recreation programs, sports field development, allocations of field space and other issues.
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2 (1)
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Monthly on third Wednesdays, 7:30pm.
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Key Dates for Applicants
Applicants must be available for a pre-appointment interview with the City Council and a mandatory in-person training at City Hall before assuming their position.