Commission Opportunity in the City of Duarte

Duarte residents can become involved in the City’s decision making and planning process by serving on the Economic Development Commission. The Economic Development Commission works with staff in developing a comprehensive economic development program aimed at attracting new businesses, retaining existing businesses, and stimulating the expansion of existing businesses within the City of Duarte. Meetings are held the first Wednesdays of even months at 6:30 p.m. This position is a partial term and will expire in December 2011.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Maintain a current residence in the City of Duarte
2. No felony convictions
3. File a City application

If you are interested in applying for this Commission vacancy, please obtain an application form at the City Clerk’s Office, Duarte City Hall, 1600 Huntington Drive or you can download the form. The application deadline is Thursday, May 28th at 6:00 p.m.

Interviews of Commission applicants will be scheduled after the application deadline.

The Commission term will begin immediately following appointment. Appointment is slated to occur at the June 9, 2009 City Council meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Manager’s office at (626) 357-7931, x221 Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.