The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions.
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS (BOZA)
Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies.
The Board of Zoning Appeals is a quasi-judicial board that makes decisions regarding zoning issues. Cases are posted and advertised in accordance with Chapter 17 of the City Code of Ordinances and with Title 30, Chapter 4 of the code of Laws of South Carolina. – Term- 3 years
CAPITAL CITY LAKE MURRAY
Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy.
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is a regional tourism office promoting tourism in Lexington, Newberry, Richland and Saluda Counties and the City of Columbia.
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Seeking to fill four (4) vacancies.
The purpose of the Citizens Advisory Committee is to make important recommendations for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids (HOPWA), and other federal grant programs as assigned. They advise the Mayor and Council on the needs of neighborhoods, review amendments, and make appropriate comments on policies.- Term- 4 years
CLIMATE PROTECTION ACTION COMMITTEE (CPAC)
Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies.
The Climate Protection Action Committee (CPAC) is a volunteer group whose mission is to develop and advocate effective strategies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate change, conserve natural resources and otherwise protect the environment at a City level, while also fostering an improved quality of life for the citizens of the City of Columbia.
The purpose of CPAC is to recommend and oversee the development and implementation of mission-based programs and projects within the City of Columbia. Click here for much more information about CPAC. Term- 3 years
COLUMBIA HOUSING AUTHORITY
Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy.
This board is responsible for the oversight of the Housing Authority and its Executive Director. The Housing Authority provides temporary, subsidized, safe, decent sanitary housing for eligible persons. – Term- 5 years
COMMERCIAL REVOLVING LOAN FUND (CRLF)
Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies: one (1) for an Attorney.
The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the Commercial Revolving Loan Review Board. Individuals applying for this board must be an Attorney. The purpose of this committee is to review and approve/disapprove applications for loans from the City of Columbia Commercial Revolving Loan Fund. – Term- 2 years
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMISSION
Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy for an Architect.
The purpose of the Design/Development Review Commission (DDRC) is to review and approve work proposed within the City’s historic districts, urban design areas, and upon designated landmarks. Term – 3 years
HOSPITALITY TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (H-TAX)
Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies for Restaurateurs.
The Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee is tasked with reviewing applications for hospitality funding and making recommendations to Council for the disbursement of those funds. The committee is composed of eleven (11) individuals. The committee consists of six (6) restaurateurs and five (5) at-large members. Term- 2 years
MIDLANDS HOUSING ALLIANCE (MHA)
Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy.
The primary goal of the Midlands Housing Alliance and Transitions, it homeless recovery center, is to move people from homelessness to permanent housing. Various strategies and types of housing are used to stabilize individuals living on the street and enroll them in services designed to stabilize their lives, increase their income, and help them secure permanent housing. – Term- 1 year
Deadline – Applications are due no later than February 29, 2024.
To apply please visit, https://boards.columbiasc.gov/, and apply through our new MatchBoard interface. If you require more information or additional assistance, please contact Ashley Jenkins at 803-545-3026 or send a request via email, [email protected].