One of the ways that you can have direct input into the running of local government in Langley City is to volunteer one of Council’s boards or task groups. These boards and groups usually meet monthly. Some task groups are hands-on, such as the Crime Prevention Task Group, where volunteers plan and attend community events. In contrast, others dive deep into policies, making recommendations to Council, such as the Advisory Design Panel.
The following boards and groups have vacancies for the 2022 year.
Advisory Design Panel - Make recommendations on form, character and urban design quality of development applications. Looking for members from the general public.
Board of Variance - Independent board hears requests for relaxation of regulations for siting, size and dimensions of buildings that do not conform with Langley City’s bylaws. Looking for members from the general public.
Crime Prevention Task Group - Help educate people about crime prevention, targeting crime hotspots. Includes planning and attending in-person and virtual events, and creating informational material. Looking for members from the general public and a youth representative (age 15-24.)
Environmental Task Group - Prioritize, evaluate and develop business cases for implementing environmental initiatives. Looking for members from the general public, a youth representative (age 15-24,) and a representative who is attending a post-secondary institute.
Arts & Culture Task Group - Prioritize, evaluate and develop business cases for implementing arts and culture initiatives, including public art. Looking for a youth representative (age 15-24.)
Council appoints volunteers for a one-year term except for the Board of Variance, where members serve a three-year term.
For more information on how to volunteer, please visit Langley City’s website. You can apply directly online. The deadline is Friday, November 26, 2021.
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