06/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/26/2024 17:14
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 26, 2024
MEDIA CONTACT
Stephen Antupit, Staff Liaison, [email protected], (253) 381-5195
The new Urban Design Board (UBD) is seeking passionate community members to fill the inaugural slate of members in seven key positions. This is your opportunity to join the new board and influence the future of Tacoma's urban landscape, ensuring that our built environment reflects our rich culture, dynamic community, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Positions available:
Additional Board membership information:
While preference will be given to Tacoma residents, up to two Board members may reside outside of Tacoma.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The Urban Design Board has a specific role as part of the all-new Urban Design Project Review process just approved by the Tacoma City Council. The UDB will provide early concept design guidance and make final design decisions for specific Urban Design Project Review (UDPR) permits. Additionally, the Board will offer advisory input to the City of Tacoma on urban design matters, serving as an educational resource and advocate for design excellence in our community. Regular meetings are set to begin in January 2025, to be held once a month on a weekday after normal business hours.
Commitment to Diversity:
The City is committed to fostering an equitable and anti-racist organization and wants its committees, boards, and commissions to reflect Tacoma's diverse community. For these vacancies, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, individuals with disabilities, seniors, immigrants, and refugees are especially encouraged to apply.
Additional information on the Urban Design Board is available here.
Training Requirements:
Appointed applicants are required to complete Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act trainings provided by the Washington State Office of the Attorney General within 90 days of being appointed to a committee, board, or commission.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by August 21, at cityoftacoma.org/cbcapplication. Questions about the application process, requests for the application in an alternate format, or requests to submit additional documents may be directed to Elizabeth Wing in the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]or (253) 591-5178.
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