City Council appoints citizens periodically to the following boards and commissions:
- Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee (2 year term)
- Building Board of Appeals (4 year term)
- City of Sumter Housing and Economic Development Corporation (CHDO) (3 year term)
- Community Development Housing Board (4 year term)
- Historic Preservation Design Review Committee (4 year term)
- Housing Authority Board (5 year term)
- Iris Festival Commission (4 year term)
- Litter Advisory Committee
- Sumter City-County Planning Commission (4 year term)
- Sumter Development Board(opens in a new tab)
- Stormwater Management and Sediment Control Appeals Board (3 year term)
- Zoning Board of Appeals (4 year term)
Individuals interested in volunteering for a commission must email the Administrative Services Director at [email protected].
Serving on a City of Sumter board or commission is one of the most effective ways for citizens to influence City policies and activities. Volunteering provides an opportunity for citizen participation in the process of government. Being a commission member also serves as a training ground for citizens to learn and increase their knowledge and skills by working with a variety of people on issues that might not otherwise be a part of their private lives.
To be eligible for an appointment, volunteers must have an interest or knowledge in the commission’s subject matter. Volunteers should also be available to meet at the commission’s regular meeting time. Residency in the City of Sumter may be required.