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Several vacancies remain on boards and commissions that serve Whatcom County. Here’s a full list of what’s open to residents in Blaine and Birch Bay:

Agricultural Advisory Committee: two vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee meets monthly between October and April and recommends policies that aim to protect and enhance the viability of agriculture.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Committee: One vacancy for a position that serves a three-year term. The committee meets on an as-needed basis to discuss making facilities and programs in Whatcom County accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Bellingham-Whatcom County Commission Against Domestic Violence: Two vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The commission meets monthly to implement a domestic violence plan.

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee: Two vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee meets monthly to help develop and implement programs that increase safety for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Boundary Review Board: One vacancy. The board receives notices from cities of special purpose districts for proposed changes to corporate boundaries.

County Appeals Board: Four vacancies for positions that serve a three-year term. The board rules on appeals of orders made by the building official and fire marshal.

Development Standards Technical Advisory Committee: Five vacancies for positions that serve a two-year term. The committee reviews Whatcom County development standards and recommends appeals to technical administrator final decisions.

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board: Three vacancies for positions that serve a three-year term. The board meets monthly and advises the Whatcom County Health Department on issues related to caring for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Drayton Harbor Shellfish Protection District: Two vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. Members meet quarterly and advise Whatcom County Council on matters related to the restoration of water quality in the district.

Ethics Commission: One vacancy for a position that serves a four-year term. The commission meets annually and on an as-needed basis to review ethics violations complaints and administer the code of ethics.

Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee: Seven vacancies for positions that serve various term lengths. The committee meets monthly and advises the Board of Supervisors about flood repairs, maintenance and improvements.

Food System Committee: Nine vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee meets monthly and helps the county plan to strengthen the local food system.

Forestry Advisory Committee: Three vacancies for positions that serve various term lengths. The committee meets monthly and gives recommendations to Whatcom County Council about issues that impact the forestry industry.

Horticulture Pest and Disease Board: Two vacancies for positions that serve two-year terms. The board reviews complaints, conducts inspections and educates the public, among other duties.

Housing Authority of Whatcom County: Two vacancies for positions that serve five-year terms. The board meets monthly to find ways to assist low to moderate-income families, the elderly and individuals with disabilities afford housing.

Lummi Island Ferry Advisory Committee: One vacancy for a term ending in 2022. The committee meets monthly and advises Whatcom County Council about the operations of the ferry service to Lummi Island.

Marine Resources Committee: Four vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee meets monthly and discusses local marine issues. It informs the Whatcom County Council about existing issues and issues recommendations.

Northwest Senior Services Board: Three vacancies for positions that serve a three-year term. Members help identify the needs of older people, people with disabilities as well as their families, friends and caregivers in the county.

Noxious Weed Control Board: One vacancy for a position that serves a four-year term. The board meets every other month and educates the public about noxious weeds.

Open Space Advisory Committee: Four vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee advises the county assessor about the implementation of guidelines established by the department of revenue on open space, farms and agricultural and timber lands.

Public Health Advisory Board: Two vacancies. The board meets every other month and advises the health board and department about its programs.

Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Oversight Committee: One vacancy for a position that serves a four-year term. The committee meets quarterly to discuss the protection of county farmland.

Rural Library Board: One vacancy for a position that serves a five-year term. The board meets monthly to adopt policy for the library district, among other duties.

Solid Waste Advisory Committee: Two vacancies. The committee meets quarterly and discusses solid waste management issues that impact Whatcom County.

Surface Mining Advisory Committee: Six vacancies for positions that serve a four-year term. The committee meets as-needed and advises Whatcom County Council, among others, on the implementation of a surface mining regulatory program.

Applicants must be registered voters and residents of Whatcom County. To apply, or to learn more about each position, visit bit.ly/2GH62yJ.