The City of Edmonds is seeking residents interested in participating on the Citizens’ Tree Board.
Board members must be Edmonds residents (must live within City limits) and it is recommended that the Board include citizens from throughout the City (representing different watersheds and neighborhoods). Additionally, those with professional or hobbyist interest/experience in urban forestry, horticulture, and habitat enviroscaping are preferred; these may include arborists, botanists, horticulturists, native plant experts, master gardeners, wildlife experts, and related areas of interest.
The citizens’ terms appointed to fill these vacancies will expire depending on the vacancy to which they are appointed. When applying, please note that the Tree Board meetings are held the first Thursday of the month starting at 6 p.m. at City Hall 121 5th Avenue N.
Interested residents, who live within Edmonds city limits, may access the application online. You may also pick up an application at 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, first floor reception, or by e-mailing jana.spellman@edmondswa.gov.
If you would like an application mailed to you, please call the Council Office at 425-771-0248. When leaving a voicemail message, please remember to include your name, mailing address, and zip code when requesting an application.
Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 13. See application for submission information.
Applications can be found as follows: Online at: www.edmondswa.gov Then go to Boards and Commissions under the government tab. Follow prompts. Other: E-mail: jana.spellman@edmondswa.gov Phone: 425-771-0248 City Hall: First Floor Reception 121 5th Avenue North Edmonds. Application forms may be returned as indicated on the form. Questions: Call 425-771-0248.
Based on the desired criteria for membership, the board would not appear to represent a cross section Edmonds residents. I hope it goes better than the last attempt.