Ambridge Borough seeks Residents to serve on Community Boards

The Ambridge Borough Council and Mayor are seeking community volunteers to serve on a number of advisory,  commission, regulatory boards.

Borough Council makes appointments to the various boards and commissions from a list of applicants who are interested in serving the community according to the borough's website.

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 " An active and involved citizenry is paramount for the success and vitality of the community. " shared  Joe Kauer , Borough Manager.  " These independent boards serve to provide another level of municipal oversight and guidance to the Borough.  "  

Residents that are interested in the any of the vacant seat will be required to fill out the borough’s board application.

Kauer said that "Participation in these roles is a great way for members of the community to be active in Ambridge and actually have a say in our future and our governance."

The following volunteer positions are open :

• Civil Service Commission:  (1 seat) administers police / fire hiring, promotions and disciplinary proceedings 
  

• Planning Commission: (3 seats) advises Council on Zoning Amendments, Community Development Projects and Sub-divisions
• Zoning Hearing Board: (1 seat) presides over requests for Zoning Variances or challenges to the opinion of the Zoning Officer and such permits
• Board of Health / Code Appeals Board: (1 seat) serves as the Borough’s Health Permitting Appeals Board
• Historical Architectural Review Board: (2 seats) administers design standards and ensures the historical character of our community and the Ambridge Historic District

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