Do you want to represent our neighborhoods??

Several opportunities have come up for residents of our area to serve the community on a task force. Contact the District 1 office if you are interested in serving on any of the following groups by calling 651.501.6345 or by emailing district1council@aol.com:

1. The Downtown Airport Noise Commission - this group meets at least quarterly and is looking for someone to serve for two years. John Miersch has been our representative for the last two years but has stepped down. The group looks at issues related to noise from Holman Field.
2. Capital Improvement Program Citizens Advisory Committee for Ramsey County - helps plan for capital improvements and advise the County Board about setting priorites.
3. Food and Nutrition Commission (Joint City and County) - this is a forum for assessing how local food systems are serving residents and planning for increased access to safe, affordable and nutritious foods. The Commission is set to lay out a comprehensive vision for healthy food access in the county. The commission is looking for farmers, people associated with food banks and food shelves, community gardeners, grocers. restaurant owners, and consumers from areas lacking adequate food access, health professionals and so on. Seven positions are available.
4. Small Business Enterprise Advisory Committee - committee advises the county board on inclusiveness in contracting. Nine positions are available.
5. Community Corrections Advisory Board - this group helps formulate a comprehensive plan for the correctional programs in the county. Minorities and individuals with education backgrounds in corrections are encouraged to apply.

Submitted by Ramsey County