The City of Ridgefield is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated City residents to fill vacant position on the Ridgefield Parks Board and Ridgefield Planning Commission.
The Parks Board is comprised of seven volunteer citizens who advise the City Council on parks planning and acquisition within the current city limits and urban growth boundary of the City of Ridgefield.
Parks Board members serve three-year terms. The time commitment includes regular attendance at meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, preparation for meetings, and active involvement in the Ridgefield community. A few of the current Parks projects include an Abrams Park Master Plan, Boyse Park and a Waterfront Park. For details on Parks projects see: https://ridgefieldroundtable.org
For more information about the Parks Board, including links to meeting agendas and minutes, visit: https://ridgefieldwa.us/159/Parks-Board
The Planning Commission is comprised of seven volunteers who advise the City Council on planning, development, and growth issues for the community. Beginning in 2023, the primary focus will be a new 20-year Comprehensive Plan to be completed in 2025; the Capital Facilities Plans, and Development Code regulations.
Planning Commission members serve four-year terms. The time commitment includes regular attendance at meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month, preparation for meetings, and active involvement in the Ridgefield community. Eligible applicants must reside within the city limits.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following materials:
- A cover letter explaining why the candidate is interested in being appointed to the vacant position they're applying for and a description of what the 2-3 priorities should be for the City as the community continues to grow.
- A completed application.
- A resume is optional.
The application and other documents can be submitted online:
Ridgefield Parks Board Application: https://lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/RpbDu
Planning Commission Application: https://lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/YiRn7
Both Planning Commissioners and Board Members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council.
For questions about the application process, contact Julie Ferriss, City Clerk at 360-887-3557 or city.clerk@ridgefieldwa.us
Applications must be received no later than 4:30PM on April 29, 2024.