For those who want to make a difference in the community, the Peninsula Community Planning Board is holding elections in March to fill five five vacancies.
Board terms are three years, with the exception of unexpired terms, which are filled.
The PCPB is an elected advisory body that makes recommendations to the City on important land-use matters.
Requirements for those interested in becoming a board member:
• Candidates must be 18 years of age.
• Candidates must reside, own property, or operate a business within the PCPB boundaries (boundaries map is generally the Peninsula with the exception of Ocean Beach north of Adair and west of Froude.
• Candidates must have attended one regular PCPB meeting within the previous 12-month term. Attending the candidates forum qualifies for this requirement.
The election will be held Thursday, March 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library at 3701 Voltaire St.
Proof of residence, business operation, or property ownership within the PCPB boundaries must be provided for an individual to vote.
The candidates’ forum will be held on Thursday, March 2 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., also at the Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library.
Applications can be downloaded at www.pcpb.net under the Elections tab. Email completed applications to: [email protected] and [email protected].
For additional information, contact Robert Goldyn at [email protected] or 419-215-4287.