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Advises the Board of County Commissioners on policies regarding housing affordable to extremely low, very low, low and moderate income households and approves impact fee waivers for homes affordable to extremely low, very low and low income households. Ordinance No. 2011-29 amended this committee to include alternate members who shall be appointed in the same manner as regular members.
The County Commission is seeking (to serve two-year terms ending Nov. 30, 2013):
- One (1) resident who is actively engaged as a not-for-profit provider of affordable housing;
- One (1) resident who represents employers in Lake County;
- One (1) resident who represents essential services personnel as defined in the Housing Assistance Plan.
The BOE hears complaints against licensed and unlicensed contractors. Whenever practical, this Board shall include an architect, a business person, an engineer, at least one contractor who is registered or certified under Section 489.105(3)(a)-(c) FL Statutes, at least one contractor who is registered or certified under Section 489.105(3)(d)-(o), and must include three consumer members who are not and have never been members of a profession regulated under this part, or a member of any closely related profession, Chapter 471, Chapter 481 or Chapter 489, FL Statutes.
The County Commission is seeking:
- One (1) certified building contractor (Section 489.105(3)(a)-(c) to serve an unexpired four-year term ending Jan. 14, 2015; and
- One (1) business member to serve an unexpired four-year term ending Jan. 14, 2013.
Members must be residents of Lake County. Appointees are required to file financial disclosure statements in conformance with statute.
Advises and makes recommendations to the County Commission on the status of children and families in Lake County.
The County Commission is seeking:
Seeking (to serve two-year terms ending May 14, 2012):
- One representative each from Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*
- One At-Large member
*Note: Commission District 5 representative to serve an unexpired term ending May 14, 2012 and to serve an additional two-year terms ending May 14, 2014.
Provides the County Commission with information regarding existing programs and facilities serving the needs of elders in Lake County. Recommends policies and develops strategies that will address the needs of elders, improves community awareness and increases access to services for elders, assists in the coordination of the elder service delivery system, and serves as an advocate for elder issues.
The County Commission is seeking:
- One representative from Commission District 2 to complete an unexpired two-year term ending Jan. 31, 2013.
ENTERPRISE ZONE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Created by Lake County in order for the area nominated as an Enterprise Zone by Lake County (located in the cities of Eustis, Leesburg and Mascotte) to receive its designation by the State of Florida. Provides for an agency of eleven (11) members, who represent local organizations and interests ranging from the chamber of commerce to law enforcement.
Seeking representation from:
- Local chambers of commerce
- Local financial or insurance entities
- Local businesses
- Businesses operating within the Nominated Area
- Residents residing within the Nominated Area
- Non-profit community-based organizations operating within the Nominated Area
- The regional workforce board
- Local code enforcement agencies
- A local law enforcement agency
Studies and makes recommendations to the County Commission regarding the coordination and development of a countywide library system.
The County Commission is seeking:
- One representative from Commission District 1, to complete unexpired four-year term ending Feb. 28, 2013.
The Mining Committee is an advisory body to advise the Board of County Commissioners on the issue of whether any additional protections are needed for new or expanded mines in the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern and will report to the Board of County Commissioners within 18 months of appointment. This will involve technical review of the County's Comprehensive Plan policies, Land Development Regulations, and approval procedures related to mining.
The County Commission is seeking:
- One member from the Peat Mining Industry
- One member who is a Professional Geologist or Hydrologist
This Committee will sunset on December 31, 2012.
Makes recommendations to the County Commission on matters relating to recreation and open space needs.
Seeking one At-Large member who is a resident in unincorporated Lake County to serve a two-year term ending May 20, 2014.
Applications may be made filled out online,
or obtained in person from the Board of County Commissioners, room 316, third floor, building A (Round
Administration Building), 315 W. Main St., Tavares, FL 32778 or by calling the
individuals noted above.
Applications
must be received by February 29, 2012. |