CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - Citrus Heights encourages residents to become involved in their local community. You can make a difference by serving in an advisory capacity on one of the city’s Commissions or Boards. The city is accepting applications to fill positions on the Planning Commission and Construction Board of Appeals. The application period ends Dec. 13.

Planning Commission

The city is looking to fill four seats on the Planning Commission. Planning Commissioners make land use decisions consistent with the policies and plans formally adopted by the City Council; and weigh the professional input given in staff reports, environmental impact reports, and consultant reports in making decisions. The commission may also review proposed city ordinances; the annual Capital Improvement Plan; and other issues related to consistency with the General Plan. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. Must be a resident of Citrus Heights and at least 18 years of age.

Construction Board of Appeals

The city is looking to fill three seats of the Construction Board of Appeals. The Board shall consist of five members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction. The members shall neither be officers nor employees of the city. Board Members hear the appeals of persons aggrieved by a decision of the city’s Chief Building Official. Relative to the appeal, Board Members determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction and provide reasonable interpretations of the Technical Codes. Meetings are held as needed, and when an appeal is filed. Applicants must be a resident of the City of Citrus Heights and at least 18 years of age.

How to Apply

Download an application (PDF) or complete an online application at www.citrusheights.net/859 or obtain one from City Hall, 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621.

File the completed application with the City Clerk's Office by Dec. 13 at 5 p.m.

The application process may include a video interview. The City Clerk will notify all applicants of the time and place of the video interview, and the amount of time allowed for the interview.

Applications will be distributed to the City Council to make their appointments at the Jan. 8, 2025, City Council meeting.

For more information, contact the City Clerk's Office at 916-725-2448 or [email protected]. Check the city website for more information at https://www.citrusheights.net.