January: City Update

Helping Shape Visalia’s Next 100 Years

2023 closed out Visalia’s 100th year as a Charter City, and what a year it was! As we look towards the future in this new year, Visalia’s next 100 years looks bright. Ready to be a part of building the decades to come? If you’re looking to dig deeper and connect with our community, serving on a City of Visalia Committee or Commission is one way residents can contribute to Visalia being a great place to live, work and play.

“By serving on a City advisory committee or commission, you can help plan Visalia's future, “ shared City of Visalia Mayor Brian Poochigian. “A great deal of personal satisfaction can be received through public service. The knowledge and experience gained is invaluable.”

Currently, the City’s Citizens Advisory Committee has two seats to be filled, the Parks & Recreation Comission has one Commissioner position to fill and the Measure R Citizens Advisory Committee has one position to fill.

City Committees and Commissions serve in an advisory capacity for the City Council. Each is different, but they all receive public concerns, review policies and regulations, provide valuable insight and are instrumental to the public process.

The City Clerk’s office is continually accepting applications, which are kept on file for a period up to two-years. Vacancies evolve and an updated list is always available at www.visalia.city/maddylist under “Current Vacancies.” As vacancies occur, applications are submitted for interviews. Final selections are then presented to the Visalia City Council for approval. Those appointed can serve up to three two-year terms for Committees or four two-year terms for Commissions.

City committees and commissions will reflect, to the extend possible, our community and are comprised of individuals who have come together to help make a difference and keep Visalia thriving. If that interests you, learn more about the process at www.visalia.city or contact the Clerk’s office directly at cityclerk@visalia.city or (559) 713-4512.

cityclerk@visalia.city or (559) 713-4512.

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