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Acquisition of Conservation Easements (ACE) Committee: One vacancy. Assist in the implementation of the ACE program. Assist program administrator in program start-up, including development of application materials, intake and review procedures, and marketing materials and a marketing plan. Promote ACE program by providing educational materials to the public and conducting information meetings.
Agricultural & Forestal District Advisory Committee: Three vacancies. The Committee shall advise the local planning commission and the local governing body and assist in creating, reviewing, modifying, continuing or terminating districts within the locality. In particular, the Committee shall render expert advice as to the nature of farming and forestry and agricultural and forestal resources within the district and their relation to the entire locality. Must be a landowner within the County. Preference will be given to a landowner engaged in agricultural or foresal production.
Charlottesville-Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau (CACVB) Management Board: One vacancy. Representative of the Local Tourism Industry (Tourist Site Owner or Manager).
Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT): One vacancy, private provider. The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors and the Charlottesville City Council have established separate Community Policy and Management Teams in each respective locality pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section § 2.2-5204. The CPMT is the responsible entity for all CSA policies and programs to ensure accordance with all state mandates and local CSA policies. The CPMT is responsible for the following tasks:
- Establish policies and procedures that govern the provision of services to children and families in the community and access to CSA funds;
- Develop and appoint members to subcommittees, including the Family Assessment and Planning Team, in order to accomplish CSA requirements;
- Collect and report data to the Office of Comprehensive Services, State Executive Council, and Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services regarding youth and families served through CSA;
- Manage and administer CSA funds for the respective locality;
- Coordinate planning that ensures the development and procurement of resources and services needed by children and families in the community;
- Establish quality assurance and accountability procedures for program utilization and funds management.
Jail Authority Board: One vacancy. The Board determines the policy for operation of the Charlottesville-Albemarle Joint Security Complex. Determines policy related to personnel, budget and correctional matters.
Natural Heritage Committee: Six vacancies. Serves as an advisory committee that maintains the County's Biodiversity Assessment; advise the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission and County staff on applying biodiversity information to land-use decision-making, and supports biodiversity education in the County. Preference will be given to individuals in the following skill areas: GIS, conservation-related scientific experience and/or field natural-history experience.
Pantops Community Advisory Council: Two vacancies, business community and citizen at large. The Pantops Advisory Council will provide assistance to County staff and to the Board of Supervisors on community issues related to implementation of the Master Plan in accordance with established County procedures.
Places 29 Community Advisory Council: One vacancy. The Advisory Council will provide assistance, feedback and input to County staff and the Board of Supervisors on community and County efforts related to implementation of the Master Plan, in accordance with established County procedures.
Piedmont Virginia Community College Board: One vacancy. The Board of Directors advises the State Board of Community Colleges and performs duties delegated by that Board.
Rivanna Solid Waste Authority Citizens Advisory Committee: Two vacancies, County appointee, and joint City/County Chairperson. Advises the Board of Directors of the Rivanna Solid Waste Authority on all matters pertaining to solid waste disposal and use, including recycling, energy generation and other alternative uses. The Board of Directors of the Authority shall give significant weight to recommendations made by the Advisory Committee.
Village of Rivanna Community Advisory Council: One vacancy, business representative and resident of the Village of Rivanna outside Glenmore. Potential members should be willing to serve as liaisons by: 1) contributing to public understanding of and encouraging support for Master Plan implementation; 2) keeping the community informed of the needs, purposes, and progress of Master Plan implementation; 3) encouraging interest and participation in community and county efforts related to the Master Plan and participation in public meetings; and 4) enhancing collaboration among all community stakeholders.
Members will be expected to gather input from constituencies represented and bring these issues to the attention of staff and the Council, and distribute information from the council back to constituents. Members may also be asked to provide information to the Board of Supervisors as requested.
All vacancies are open until filled. Application forms and information may be obtained from the Clerk's Office, Board of County Supervisors, Fourth Floor, County Office Building, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA, between 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Monday - Friday. Applications are also available on-line. Telephone: (434) 296-5843.
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