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Weekly Calendar
and Advisory Board Vacancies
Feb. 1 – Feb. 7, 2015
• Community Action Agency Board – Feb. 12, 4:30 p.m., Room 226, William L. Little Health & Human Services
Center, 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 941-861-2576
• Englewood Community Redevelopment Area Museum Committee – Feb. 3, 10 a.m., Englewood CRA Office,
1394 Old Englewood Rd., Englewood. Call 941-473-9795
• Environmentally Sensitive Lands Oversight Committee – Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m., Think Tank, Third Floor,
Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 941-232-9993
• HIV/AIDS Network of Southwest Florida (HANS) – Feb. 2, 10 a.m. – Noon, Community AIDS Network (CAN),
1231 North Tuttle Ave., Sarasota. Call 941- 861-2988
• Human Services Advisory Council – Prioritization Subcommittee – Feb. 5, 1 p.m., Room 216, Second Floor,
William L. Little Health & Human Services Center, 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 941-861-2882
• Integrated Pest Management Advisory Board – Feb. 9, 3:30 p.m., Mosquito Management Services, 5531
Pinkney Ave., Sarasota. Call 941-861-9728
• Planning Commission Public Hearing – Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m., Commission Chamber, First Floor, Administration
Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 941-861-5000 – LIVE TV and Webcast
• Seniors Advisory Council – Feb. 5, 3 p.m., Room 226, William L. Little Health & Human Services Center, 2200
Ringling Blvd, Sarasota. Call 941-861-2877
• Waterways Advisory Council – Feb. 3, 9 a.m., Green Conference Room, Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road,
Sarasota. Call 941-232-5541
ADVISORY COUNCIL VACANCIES
Advisory Council applicants must be Sarasota County residents and, if appointed, must maintain residency
throughout their term. Members serve in an advisory capacity without compensation, may not be employed by
Sarasota County Government and may not hold elected office (except where required by the council’s governing
documents). New members must attend Orientation within six months of appointment; must attend at least 65% of
scheduled meetings; and must agree to use a County-provided email account for all advisory council
correspondence (Resolution No. 2009-025).
For more information or to apply, visit https://www.scgov.net/AdvisoryBoards
Citizen Tax Oversight Committee
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: (1) At-Large Vacancy
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Purpose: Committee to conduct an annual review of the expenditures made by the Sarasota County Commission
from the proceeds of the Infrastructure Sales Tax and to review any changes made by the Board to the
infrastructure projects or to the allocation of sales tax proceeds as set forth in Ordinance No. 97-083, as amended.
Requirements: One member shall be appointed from each district by the County Commissioner representing that
district and four At-Large members shall be appointed by majority vote of the Sarasota County Commission.
Term: Four years
Meetings: The Committee shall meet at the call of the Chairman.
Information: Office of Financial Management, Kim Backus, 941-861-5071
Email: [email protected]
Coastal Advisory Committee (CAC)
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One
Purpose: To review, advise, and make recommendations to the Sarasota County Commission on matters
pertaining to: development/implementation of long-term beach erosion control programs; planning/prioritization of
capital improvement programs related to coastal issues; coordination with regional/state-wide groups; the State of
Florida Beach Erosion Control Program; general navigation and coastal management projects; coastal zone
management, policies, and construction; and innovative proposals by the public and County Staff.
Requirements: A background in coastal engineering, coastal geology, coastal zone management, or similar related
field is required. Must be familiar with coastal processes, inlet dynamics, and the Sarasota County Gulf of Mexico
shoreline and associated inlets. Familiarity with local, state, and federal government coastal management programs
is preferred.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Every other month, Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota
Information: Environmental Protection Division, Luana Guio, 941-861-0673
Email: [email protected]
Fire-Rescue and Emergency Medical Services District Advisory Board
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One: One resident of Englewood-Fire Control District;
Purpose: To review the business of the respective assessment or taxing districts and to make recommendations to
the Board concerning acquisition of property, capital improvements and operations and maintenance with the
district, as well as, to make such studies as necessary and to recommend and request such services and facilities
as deemed necessary to the residents of the respective district.
Requirements: Cannot live in Town of Longboat Key or City of North Port
Term: Two years
Meetings: Not less than two times a year, no more than 4 times a year
Information: Emergency Services, Karen Beisler, 941-861-5473
Email: [email protected]
General Contractors Licensing & Examining Board
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Five: One Architect, one Engineer (Structural or Civil); one General Contractor; two Citizens At Large
(Consumer Representatives)
Purpose: Examine applications and qualifications for general, building, residential, roofing, pool/spa, and specialty
contractors doing business in the county, conduct disciplinary hearings, and perform other related functions
pursuant to Ordinance No. 2002-079. Recommend to the director various construction industry trades that require
a contractor in a particular field to secure a Certificate of Competency by examination, and the requirements to pass
said examination. Examine all applications and determine applicants' qualifications as to their familiarity with the
rules, regulations, and technical codes pertaining to that particular trade. Investigate their character, experience,
financial responsibility and fitness prior to examination.
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Term: Three years
Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, Sarasota County Operations Center, 1001 Sarasota Center Blvd.,
Sarasota
Information: Planning & Development Services, Amy Hager, 941-861-5214
Email: [email protected]
Historical Commission
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One
Purpose: Advise the Sarasota County Commission regarding (a) the acceptance of grants and donations, (b) the
marking of historic sites with county historical markers, (c) the History Center’s annual budget, and (d) historical
material and data.
Term: Four years
Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m.
Information: Historical Resources, Deb Gehringer, 941-861-6881
Email: [email protected]
Human Services Advisory Council
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Two: Citizens–At-Large
Purpose: Provide a conduit for citizen input to the Sarasota County Commission regarding the Contracted Human
Services Program and to provide advice and make recommendations to the Board on human services policy.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Last Friday of each month (subject to change)
Information: Health & Human Services, Claire Alexander, 941-861-2882
Email: [email protected]
Integrated Pest Management Advisory Council
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Three: One Medical profession; one Homeowner/Community Association; one Agriculture/Nursery
Industry
Purpose: Advise and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and the County IPM
Coordinator on matters pertaining to sound, environmentally safe pest management practices.
Requirements: Can be a member of a Homeowner/Community Association, or have experience in the
Agriculture/Nursery Industry or the Medical profession industry.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months from 3:30-5 p.m.
Information: Health & Human Services, Nathan Blythe, 941-861-9728
Email: [email protected]
Keep Sarasota County Beautiful Advisory Board (KSCBAB)
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Three
Purpose: To work with the KSCB Program Coordinator to organize, review and implement countywide education
and litter control programs, and advise and make recommendations to the Sarasota County Commission regarding
such programs.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Second Wednesday of January, February, March, April, August and October. No meetings in May, June,
July, September, November and December
Information: Public Utilities, Wendi Crisp, 941-861-5399
Email: [email protected]
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Mechanical Contractors Licensing & Examining Board
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Five: One Architect; one Master Electrician; one Trade Alternate; two Citizens At-Large (Consumer
Representatives)
Purpose: Examine applications and qualifications concerning electrical, plumbing, mechanical, contractors and
specialty contractors doing business in the county, conduct disciplinary hearings and perform other related
functions pursuant to Ordinance No. 2002-079. Recommend to the director various construction industry trades
that require a contractor in a particular field to secure a Certificate of Competency by examination, and the
requirements to pass said examination. Examine all applications and determine applicants' qualifications as to their
familiarity with the rules, regulations, and technical codes pertaining to that particular trade. Investigate their
character, experience, financial responsibility and fitness prior to examination.
Term: Three years
Meetings: First Thursday of each month, Planning & Development Services, Sarasota County Operations Center,
1001 Sarasota Center Blvd., Sarasota
Information: Planning & Development Services, Amy Hager, 941-861-5214
Email: [email protected]
Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Advisory Committee (MPOCAC)
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One: Sarasota County citizen representing the disabled
Purpose: Serves as a review and advisory board to the Metropolitan Planning Organization in the comprehensive,
cooperative, and continuing transportation planning process.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Eight times a year, first Thursday of the months in which the MPO meets, 6 p.m., MPO office, 7632 15th
Street East, Sarasota
Information: Administration, Robin Bayus, 941-861-5727
Email: [email protected]
Neighborhood Initiative Grant Advisory Committee
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One: District Five Representative
Purpose: To make recommendations pertaining to the selection of grant applicants to the Sarasota County
Commission.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Maximum of twice per year
Information: Neighborhood Services, Jane Grogg, 941-861-5507; Kathlyn Clayton, 941-685-1173
Email: [email protected]
Parks Advisory and Recreation Council (PARC)
Application Closing Date: Feb. 13, 2015
Vacancies: One: Member with background and experience in Real Estate or Business
Purpose: Make recommendations to the Sarasota County Commission concerning issues related to parks,
beaches, recreation and the acquisition and use of neighborhood parkland.
Term: Three years
Meetings: First Thursday of every other month
Information: Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources, Brenda Fisher, 941-861-0990
Email: [email protected]
Planning Commission
Application Closing Date: Feb.13, 2015
Vacancies: One
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Purpose: Planning Commission, as the Local Planning Agency, is obligated to interpret and advise the Sarasota
County Commission on the adoption and the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan as well as land use
applications filed pursuant to state statute or existing county ordinances.
Requirements: Sarasota County resident for two years. Financial disclosure required.
Term: Four years
Meetings: First and third Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m., special meetings as needed
Information: Planning and Development Services, Paula Clintsman, 941-861-5154
Email: [email protected]
Public Facilities Financing Advisory Board (PFFAB)
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Five. One Civic Organization representative, Two Building and Construction Industry; Two Financial
Professional
Purpose: To advise and make recommendations to the Sarasota County Commission on impact fees, other
funding sources, the fiscal impacts of levels of service and other issues relating to the provision and financing of
public facilities.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Second Wednesday afternoon every other month, or on an as-needed basis, special meetings as
needed
Information: Planning & Development Services, Tyson Quire, 941-861-0826.
Email: [email protected]
Sarasota Tree Advisory Council
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Six
Purpose: To advise the Sarasota County Commission on tree, green infrastructure and urban forestry matters,
including strategic plans, design, regulation and policy.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 3 p.m.
Information: Environmental Protection Division, Luana Guio, 941-861-0673
Email: [email protected]
Stormwater Environmental Utility Advisory Committee (SEUAC)
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: Four
Purpose: Support and advise the Stormwater Environmental Utility in the development of stormwater related goals
and objectives.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Second Thursday of alternating months, 3 – 5 p.m., Sarasota County Operations Center, 1001 Sarasota
Center Blvd., Sarasota
Information: Public Utilities, Susan Gray, 941-861-0900
Email: [email protected]
Waterways Advisory Council
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One
Purpose: To provide a conduit for citizen input to the Waterways Program Manager and the Governing Body and to
make recommendations and provide advice.
Requirements: All members shall be property owners and residents within the Program Unit. No member shall be
a vendor of county goods and/or services.
Term: Three years
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Meetings: Quarterly
Information: Public Utilities, Paul Semenec, 941-232-5541
Email: [email protected]
Well Drilling Advisory Board
Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Vacancies: One licensed groundwater geologist or licensed engineer with five (5) years training and experience in
hydrogeology.
Purpose: Advisory Board for the Well Drilling Community’s Voice.
Term: Three years
Meetings: Quarterly
Information: Health & Human Services, Maria Ream, 941-861-6133
Email: [email protected]
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age,
disability, sex, marital status, familial status, religion, or genetic information. Persons with disabilities who require assistance or
alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.), or who wish to file a complaint,
should contact: Sarasota County ADA/ Civil Rights Coordinator, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, Florida 34236, Phone: 941-8615000, TTY: 7-1-1 or 1-800-955-8771. Email: [email protected]
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