-Information courtesy of Franklin County Public Information Officer James F. Hicks, III
Franklin County has numerous opportunities for citizens to participate and serve on advisory boards, councils and commissions. An online application can be found at https://www.franklincountync.gov/government/boards_and_commissions/index.php.
A printed application may be obtained by contacting Kristen G. King, Clerk to the Board, kking@franklincountync.gov or 919.496.5994. Applications should be received by June 22.
The county’s board of commissioners is asking for interested residents of Franklin County to consider joining any of the following:
Airport Advisory Council: The council makes recommendations regarding operations, marketing, strategic planning and other measures related to Triangle North Executive Airport. The board meets at least quarterly.
Board of Adjustment: The board is responsible for reviewing variance and administrative appeal requests and meets on a monthly basis as needed.
Department of Aging Advisory Board: The board advises staff of concerns of the elderly population. The board meets quarterly.
Economic Development Commission: The purpose of the commission is to assist in promoting economic development. The board meets every other month.
Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee: The committee works to assure provisions of a high level of quality care and service to persons in need of emergency medical services in Franklin County. The board meets quarterly.
Historic Preservation Commission: This board works to conserve and preserve the heritage of the county through documentation and regulation of historic districts or landmarks, or through the acquisition of historic properties. The board meets monthly.
Library Board: The board advises on issues pertaining to library services. The board meets quarterly.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: The board advises on issues pertaining to parks and recreation and matters relating to recreational facilities. The board meets quarterly.
Planning Board: The board serves in an advisory capacity for rezonings, text amendments and policy documents guiding the County’s growth. The board meets on a monthly basis as needed.
Solid Waste Education Task Force: The task force develops strategies for encouraging activities that support recycling. The board meets every other month.
Tourism Development Authority: This board promotes tourism and works to build a stronger economic base for the creation of job opportunities specific to tourism-related activities and endeavors. Three members should be affiliated with businesses actively involved in collecting the occupancy tax, four shall be persons generally involved in cultural, educational, and/or hospitality industries. The board meets every other month.
