There are many reasons to consider volunteering for a Weld County Advisory Board or Commission. Among them are the chance to meet new people, learn more about how county government works and express ideas about how government services can be improved to offer the most benefit to residents.
Currently, there are openings on eight boards and commissions, including the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board, Building Code Board of Appeals, Building Trades Advisory Committee, Extension Advisory Council, Human Services Advisory Commission, Noxious Weed Management Advisory Board, Planning Commission, and Workforce Development Board.
“Volunteering on an advisory board or commission is a unique and fulfilling way to work with others throughout Weld County to increase your knowledge of these services,” said Weld County Commissioner Chair Kevin Ross. “Citizen involvement helps government function at its best, and volunteer service on a board or commission affords a great opportunity for people to take a proactive approach to improving the services we offer.”
Specific boards and commissions are looking for residents with experience in a particular field, but training is provided if volunteers are not familiar with information presented. In fact, one of the most exciting parts of volunteering on an advisory board or commission comes from learning about county government. Volunteers hear different viewpoints about how to solve an issue and work together with each other and with county staff to better understand how government works.
Serving on a board or commission also provides residents with an opportunity to voice their opinions or ideas about how a service can be improved to have more of an impact. As a result of serving, volunteers can come away with a greater understanding of a resident’s role within government and the knowledge to advocate for various county services to others within the community.
Information regarding each opening can be found at www.weld.gov/go/BoardOpenings. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 26, 2024.
