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Arts Commission
The Arts Commission is an advisory commission to the City Council made up of five (5) Brentwood citizens. Applicants for this Commission must reside within the city limits. This Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Arts commissioners make recommendations on arts. Commissioners should be knowledgeable about and represent a cross section and distribution of membership among the major art and cultural fields which may included one or more of the following art disciplines: architectural arts, dance, art education, fiber arts, literature, music, painting, performing arts, photography, ceramics, sculpture, murals, visual, functional art, and crafts.

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Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC)
Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC) is an advisory committee made up of residents from the city's 53 neighborhoods. Meetings begin at 6:00 pm and are held on the second Wednesday of each month in the Brentwood Community Center Meeting Room B, 35 Oak Street. The committee serves on special task forces to study city issues and to work on projects such as the committee's "Home of the Month" program and Christmas tree lighting. Applications available on line.

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Brentwood Youth Commission - Adult Advisor
The City of Brentwood is currently seeking adults to serve in the capacity of adult advisors for the Youth Commission. Applicants must reside in the city limits of Brentwood and term length is two years, beginning July 1, 2009.

The City of Brentwood Youth Commission is an advisory body to the City Council, dedicated to promoting the youth voice in local government. Founded in 1999, the Youth Commission is made up of ten students of diverse backgrounds who care about the Brentwood community and have a drive to make our community the best possible place for youth. Youth Commissioners are supported by three adult advisors and City staff. They advise the Parks and Recreation Department to identify and address concerns and issues and are responsible for planning and implementing social and community-oriented activities. The Youth Commission has organized youth-oriented events such as movie nights, parades, youth forums, and also participates in city events.

Advisors of the Brentwood Youth Commission will experience a unique opportunity to work with students from all Brentwood middle and high schools, as well as city leaders and staff, and to implement policies and programs that positively impact the youth of our community. Advisors have the opportunity to share their life experiences with commissioners and help shape the future of Brentwood’s youth. Advisors mentor the students as they work with them on subcommittees, special projects and meetings.

Brentwood Youth Commission - Adult Advisor


Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging
The City is seeking a representative to this District. The District meets the second Monday of every other month in Concord. The District serves as a public health agency preventing the transmission of diseases and improving the quality of life.

Contra Costa County Library Commission
BRENTWOOD, CA – The City of Brentwood is accepting applications from interested citizens for the following Commission. Applicants must reside within the city limits.

Library Commission: To serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors and the County Librarian; to provide a community linkage to the County Library; to establish a forum for the community to express its views regarding goals and operations of the County Library; to assist the Board of Supervisors and the County Librarian to provide library services based on assessed public needs; and to develop and recommend proposals to the Board of Supervisors and the County Librarian for the betterment of the County Library including, but not limited to, such efforts as insuring a stable and adequate funding level for the libraries in the County. Contact Anne Cain, County Librarian at 925-646-6423 or visit their website at http://guides.ccclib.org/commission


Contra Costa County Mosquito & Vector Control
Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District – The City is seeking a representative to this District. The District meets the second Monday of every other month in Concord. The District serves as a public health agency preventing the transmission of diseases and improving the quality of life.

Contra Costa Transportation Authority - Citizen's Advisory Committee
The City is seeking one resident to serve as a representative on this Committee. The Committee meets once a month to discuss local transportation issues and bring them to the attention of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority.

Parks & Recreation Commission
The Park and Recreation Commission is an advisory commission to the City Council made up of five (5) Brentwood citizens. Applicants for this Commission must reside within the city limits. This commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. The Commission makes recommendations on park and recreation facility designs, use of City park and recreation facilities, and provides feedback and recommendations in regard to program and facilities rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

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Planning Commission
Applicants for this commission must reside within the incorporated city limits. This five-member commission meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The Commission recommends plans for the regulation of future growth, development and design of the city, and carries out the provisions of the zoning ordinance.

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Planning Commission (Short Term)
Applicants for this commission must reside within the incorporated city limits. This five-member commission meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The Commission recommends plans for the regulation of future growth, development and design of the city, and carries out the provisions of the zoning ordinance.

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Youth Commission
To create a safe, youth oriented environment that promotes motivation, interaction, and unity within the community. The Youth Commission is a sounding board, a group of interested individuals who are concerned with the issues and programs available. They are the voice of the Brentwood community youth. They advise the Parks and Recreation Department to identify and address concerns and issues and are responsible for planning and implementing social and community-oriented activities. Applicants must be Brentwood residents ages 11 - 18 years old. The Youth Commission is also seeking Adult Advisors.


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