Apply for City of Bend Community Advisory Committees

The City of Bend is actively seeking applicants for several Community Advisory Committees to enhance local governance and community engagement. Committees such as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, which focuses on policy recommendations aligned with the city's Consolidated Plan, and the Bend Economic Development Advisory Board, which influences local economic initiatives, are currently accepting applications. Interested individuals must submit their applications by October 29, 2024, and can receive a stipend of $40 per meeting, capped at $500 per year, to lower participation barriers. The Budget Committee, responsible for reviewing the city’s biennial budget, is also looking to fill two vacancies. The City emphasizes the importance of diverse community representation in these committees, as they provide crucial input to the City Council.

For more information and to apply, visit the City of Bend website. This recruitment effort underscores the city's commitment to involving residents in decision-making processes that affect their lives, ultimately strengthening community ties and fostering more responsive governance.