Hillsborough Commissioners Seek Applications for Citizen Boards and Councils

The Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners is seeking residents to serve on several county citizen advisory boards and councils, according to a news release. Applicants must be registered voters in Hillsborough County. These are voluntary positions, and members serve without compensation.

The deadline for applying is July 14. Appointments will be scheduled for a meeting of the Board of County Commissioners in August or September.

Applications are available in the commissioners’ reception area on the second floor of County Center, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., by calling  813-272-5826 and on hillsboroughcounty.org. Click on the “County Commission” link on the left-hand side of the page, then the “Advisory Boards and Committees” sublink.

The electronic form can be filled out online and printed but cannot be submitted electronically. Directions for submission are listed on the form. Note: When you click the “Print Form” button at the end of the questionnaire, it will produce a printer-friendly form and all the information entered will be visible.

The boards and councils that have openings are:

CHILD CARE FACILITIES ADVISORY BOARD: This Board advises the Board of County Commissioners on recommended amendments to the Child Care Facilities Ordinance; proposes additional rules and regulations to the Board of County Commissioners which effectuate the intent and purpose of the ordinance; recommends and assists the Hillsborough County Office of Child Care Licensing in the development and implementation of training materials for child care personnel. It also advises the Hillsborough County Office of Child Care Licensing on all matters pertaining to child care facilities.

One position is vacant due to resignation. The position is for remainder of the term, which expires Dec. 31. Appointment to this board is contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Meeting schedule: Monthly on the first Thursday at 1 p.m.

FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME ADVISORY BOARD: This board annually reviews and advises the Board of County Commissioners on recommended amendments to the Family Child Care Homes Licensing Ordinance or the Rules and Regulations Handbook, including recommending and assisting the local licensing agency in the development and implementation of training materials for child care personnel; advising the local licensing agency on matters of licensing policy, procedures and priorities; and proposes additional rules and regulations regarding the intent and purpose of the ordinance.

Two positions are vacant. Terms are for three years. Positions are specified as parents who have a child enrolled in a licensed family day care home. Appointment to this board is contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Meeting schedule: Quarterly on the third Thursday at 7 p.m.

HEALTH CARE ADVISORY BOARD: This board improves accessibility and efficiency of care for medically poor residents of Hillsborough County through recommendations of the Board of County Commissioners for fund allocation, coordination, planning and monitoring of health care delivery systems.

One term has expired. The term is for four years. The position is specified as a mental health care provider.

Meeting schedule: Monthly on the third Thursday at 3 p.m.

HILLSBOROUGH AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (HART): The purpose of the Hillsborough Transit Authority is to provide excellent customer service while building solutions to support Hillsborough County’s needs, now and into the future.

One position is vacant due to resignation. The term is for three years. The citizen appointed to this board must reside in the unincorporated area of Hillsborough County. The citizen appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.

Meeting schedule: Monthly on the first Monday at 9 a.m.

HISTORIC RESOURCE REVIEW BOARD: This board serves as an architectural review board for the protection of historic resources in unincorporated Hillsborough County. It recommends archaeological and historical sites to the Board of County Commissioners for landmark designation and reviews alterations and new construction on landmark sites or districts.

Two positions are vacant. One position is for three years. One position is for the remainder of the term, which expires Feb. 28. Positions are specified as 1) an architect or architectural historian licensed to practice in the state of Florida, and 2) an architect licensed to practice in the state of Florida. Citizens appointed to this board must reside in the unincorporated area of Hillsborough County. After two consecutive terms, a member shall not be eligible for reappointment until one calendar year has elapsed from date of termination of the second term.

Meeting schedule: Monthly on the third Tuesday at 3 p.m.

HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY: This authority was created in 1985 to provide incentives to the private sector to relieve the shortage of affordable housing in Hillsborough County. Through partnerships with lenders, builders and developers, the authority has assisted thousands of first-time home-buyers through mortgage loan programs, which offer below-market mortgage rates and innovative down payment assistance programs. The authority has also assisted renters through its Multi-Family Bond programs which feature below-market rental rates to lower income individuals and families.

One position is vacant due to resignation. The position is for the remainder of the term, which expires Aug. 31, 2014.

Meeting schedule: Monthly, generally on the second Friday at 9:30 a.m.

MECHANICAL BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, APPEALS AND EXAMINERS: This board confirms the competency and integrity of applicants applying for mechanical certification in the county, and takes disciplinary action against those contractors that fail to comply with the Mechanical Code.

Three positions are vacant. The member term is four years. Alternate terms are two years. Positions are specified as 1) a mechanical trade representative, and 2-3) alternates. Alternate members must be knowledgeable and experienced in the technical codes of this board. Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.

Meeting schedule: Quarterly on the third Thursday at 10 a.m.

PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD: This 12-member board works with the Board of County Commissioners regarding the operation of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System, including future planning and policy developments.

One position is vacant due to resignation. The position is for remainder of an unexpired term, which expires June 30, 2013. The position is specified as a resident of District 1. Appointment to this board is contingent on passing a criminal background check.

Meeting schedule: Monthly on the fourth Thursday at 4 p.m.

For more information, contact Luann Finley, director of board services, at 813-272-5826.