Boards Commissions

Seattle Housing Authority, Board of Commissioners

17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Seattle Housing Authority
Central Office
120 Sixth Ave N
Seattle, WA
Monday, November 16, 2009, 5 – 7pm

Members conduct the business of the Housing Authority, set policy, and act for the Authority legally. The Seattle Housing Authority is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, two of whom are SHA residents. The Commissioners are responsible for approving SHA’s annual budget and for setting policy.

Facility/Site: Board Room
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core, Duwamish/SODO, Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Executive Director, SHA
Contact Phone: 615-3500
Contact Email: ExecDirector@seattlehousing.org
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattlehousing.org…

Women's Commission

17 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Monday, November 16, 2009, 5:30 – 7:30pm

The Women’s commission has a direct advisory capacity to the Mayor, City Council, and other City departments with respect to matters concerning women.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Marta Idowu
Contact Phone: 684-4528
Contact Email: Marta.Idowu@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle City Light Advisory Committee

17 Nov 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 8:30 – 11:30am

The Advisory Committee provides electric utility industry expertise to the Mayor, City Council and City Light Superintendent. and the Committee members represent a broad range of experience and expertise in the electric utility industry and regional and national energy issues. The City Light Advisory Committee works on projects contained in a work plan developed collaboratively with the Mayor, Council and City Light Superintendent.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Julie Tobin
Contact Phone: 684-8859
Contact Email: Julie.Tobin@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Pioneer Square Preservation Board

18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 9 – 11am

The board works to preserve, protect and enhance the historic and architectural character of Pioneer Square. Any change of use must be reviewed and approved by the Pioneer Square Preservation Board and Department of Neighborhoods Director.

NOTE: The PSPB only reviews work within Pioneer Square.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Genna Nashem
Contact Phone: 684-0227
Contact Email: Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Civil Service Commission

18 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 9:30 – 11am

The Civil Service Commission provides timely review of appeals regarding personnel actions and decisions. The Commission also investigates allegations of political patronage in hiring processes and makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding administration of the Personnel system.

Facility/Site: Room 1679
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Glenda Graham-Walton
Contact Phone: 684-0223
Contact Email: glenda.graham-walton@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Landmarks Preservation Board

18 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 3:30 – 5pm

The board assists the city with identification of potential landmarks, makes decisions on landmark designations, and makes recommendations to the City Council on landmark controls for adoption into designating ordinances.

Facility/Site: Room 4060
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Sarah Sodt
Contact Phone: 615-1786
Contact Email: sarah.sodt@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Water System Advisory Committee

19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 4 – 6pm

The Water System Advisory Committee represents the citizens of the City of Seattle. The committee participates in the planning and development of policies and programs for water system plans, water supply, water quality, conservation, consumer research, water rate design and water curtailment communication planning.

Facility/Site: Room 5965
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: All
Contact: Aurora Mendoza
Contact Phone: 733-9687
Contact Email: aurora.mendoza@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Library Board of Trustees

19 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Central Library
1000 Fourth Ave.
Seattle, WA
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 4:30 – 6pm

The Library Board is a governing board with decision-making authority and fiduciary responsibility for the library system. Trustees set the direction of the library, govern funds and expenditures, and establish library policies.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Amy Lawson
Contact Phone: 684-7978
Contact Email: amy.lawson@spl.org
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.spl.org…

Design Commission

19 Nov 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, November 19, 2009, 8:30am – 5pm

The Seattle Design Commission was created in 1968 as a commission responsible for the oversight of City’s capital projects. It advises the Mayor, the City Council, and all departments on all matters related to CIP project review, any right-of-way issues like; street an alley vacations, sky bridges, objects on the right of way and special street use permits.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Guillermo Romano
Contact Phone: 233-7808
Contact Email: guillermo.romano@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities

20 Nov 2009 02:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, November 19, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30pm

The SCSM advises the Mayor, Council and departments about sexual minority issues, recommends policies and legislation, brings the sexual minority communities and the larger Seattle community together through long-ranged projects, and ensures that City departments fairly and equitably address sexual minority concerns as individuals and as a protected class.

Facility/Site: Room 370
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Marta Idowu
Contact Phone: 684-4528
Contact Email: Marta.Idowu@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: cityofseattle.net…

Public Safety Civil Service Commission

20 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Friday, November 20, 2009, 10am – 12pm

The commission implements, administers and directs the Civil Service System for specified uniformed personnel of the Fire and Police Departments, and also assures fair and effective selection, promotion and retention of well-qualified employees.

Facility/Site: Suite 1679
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Mary Effertz, Executive Director
Contact Phone: 233-7118
Contact Email: Mary.Effertz@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

African-American Elders, Mayor's Council

20 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Friday, November 20, 2009, 2 – 4pm

The MCAAE is a 12 member body appointed to serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor, the Seattle Human Services Department, and community members regarding matters affecting older African Americans.

Facility/Site: 51st Floor
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Karen Winston
Contact Phone: 684-0706
Contact Email: karen.winston@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Parks and Green Spaces Levy Oversight Committee

24 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Denny Park
100 Dexter Ave North
Seattle, WA
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7 – 9pm

The Committee is advisory to the Superintendent, Mayor and City Council on issues related to levy fund expenditures. Members represent neighborhoods throughout the City and diverse viewpoints, and include a representative from the Board of Park Commissioners.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Belltown
Audience: All
Contact: Susan Golub
Contact Phone: 684-7046
Contact Email: Susan.Golub@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

International Special Review District Board

25 Nov 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Bush Asia Center
409 Maynard Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4:30 – 6pm

Established to promote, preserve, and perpetuate the cultural, economic and historical qualities of the International District. The ISRD Board reviews applications for Certificates of Approval for any change to the use, exterior appearance of buildings or structures, streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces in the District.

NOTE: The ISRD only reviews work within the International/Chinatown District.

Facility/Site: Basement Level Community Room
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Rebecca Frestedt
Contact Phone: 684-0226
Contact Email: rebecca.frestedt@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Pioneer Square Preservation Board

25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 9 – 11am

The board works to preserve, protect and enhance the historic and architectural character of Pioneer Square. Any change of use must be reviewed and approved by the Pioneer Square Preservation Board and Department of Neighborhoods Director.

NOTE: The PSPB only reviews work within Pioneer Square.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Genna Nashem
Contact Phone: 684-0227
Contact Email: Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Pioneer Square Preservation Board

02 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 9 – 11am

The board works to preserve, protect and enhance the historic and architectural character of Pioneer Square. Any change of use must be reviewed and approved by the Pioneer Square Preservation Board and Department of Neighborhoods Director.

NOTE: The PSPB only reviews work within Pioneer Square.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Genna Nashem
Contact Phone: 684-0227
Contact Email: Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Housing Levy Oversight Committee

02 Dec 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 3 – 4:30pm

The HLOC reports to the Mayor and Council on the progress of Levy programs and recommends to the Mayor and Council administrative and financial policies for implementation of Levy programs.

Facility/Site: Room 4070
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: All
Contact: Maureen Kostyack
Contact Phone: 206-615-0986
Contact Email: maureen.kostyack@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Landmarks Preservation Board

02 Dec 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 3:30 – 5pm

The board assists the city with identification of potential landmarks, makes decisions on landmark designations, and makes recommendations to the City Council on landmark controls for adoption into designating ordinances.

Facility/Site: Room 4050
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Sarah Sodt
Contact Phone: 615-1786
Contact Email: sarah.sodt@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Ethics and Elections Commission

03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 4 – 6pm

The Commission interprets and applies the Seattle Ethics, Elections, Lobbying Disclosure, Election Pamphlet and Whistleblower Protection Codes.

Facility/Site: Room 1679
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Wayne Barnett, Executive Director
Contact Phone: 684-8500
Contact Email: ethicsandelections@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Bicycle Advisory Board

03 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 6 – 8pm

The Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board advises the City Council, the Mayor, and all departments and offices of the City on matters related to bicycling and the impacts that actions of the City may have upon bicycling. SBAB also contributes to the City’s planning processes, insofar as they relate to bicycling.

Facility/Site: Room L280, Please enter via the 5th Ave entrance and take the elevators down to L2. Because the doors lock promptly at 6:00 , please try to arrive a few minutes early.
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Douglas Cox
Contact Email: douglas.cox@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Immigrant and Refugee Advisory Board

03 Dec 2009 02:15:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 6:15 – 8:15pm

The board advises the Mayor, Council and city departments on ways to enhance and improve access to city services and resources for immigrants and refugees. It also strengthens opportunities for immigrants and refugees to participate in the civic life of the city, advise on the successful implementation of the 2007 Immigrant and Refugee Action Plan and on future updates of the plan; and encourage understanding between and among the various immigrant and refugee communities and the larger Seattle community.

Facility/Site: Room 370
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Yemane Gebremicael
Contact Phone: 684-8076
Contact Email: yemane.gebremicael@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Design Commission

03 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 8:30am – 5pm

The Seattle Design Commission was created in 1968 as a commission responsible for the oversight of City’s capital projects. It advises the Mayor, the City Council, and all departments on all matters related to CIP project review, any right-of-way issues like; street an alley vacations, sky bridges, objects on the right of way and special street use permits.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Guillermo Romano
Contact Phone: 233-7808
Contact Email: guillermo.romano@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board

03 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Ballard Neighborhood Service Center
5604 22nd Ave NW
Seattle, WA
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 9 – 10:30am

The Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board seeks to preserve historic and architectural heritage, foster civic pride, stabilize aesthetic and economic vitality, encourage continued private ownership, and promote local identity of the District. The Board reviews and makes decisions on all design changes to the streetscape and to the outward appearance of the buildings in the district.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Ballard
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Heather McAuliffe
Contact Phone: 684-0229
Contact Email: heather.mcauliffe@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle Center Advisory Committee

03 Dec 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Seattle Center
305 Harrison St.
Seattle, WA 98109
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 12 – 1:30pm

The SCAC advises Center staff, the Mayor and City Council on policy matters that affect Seattle Center. They also provide the staff, Mayor and City Council with assessment of operations, performances, plans and policies.

Facility/Site: Seattle Center House Conference Room B
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Belltown
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Denise Wells
Contact Phone: 615-0258
Contact Email: denise.wells@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattlecenter.com…

Human Rights Commission

04 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 6 – 8pm

The HRC aims to provide equal opportunities for minorities, aging & persons with disabilities through the enforcement of City ordinances pertaining to equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Felicia Yearwood-Murrell
Contact Phone: 684-4537
Contact Email: Felicia.Yearwood-Murrell@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle City Light Advisory Committee

08 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 8:30 – 11:30am

The Advisory Committee provides electric utility industry expertise to the Mayor, City Council and City Light Superintendent. and the Committee members represent a broad range of experience and expertise in the electric utility industry and regional and national energy issues. The City Light Advisory Committee works on projects contained in a work plan developed collaboratively with the Mayor, Council and City Light Superintendent.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Julie Tobin
Contact Phone: 684-8859
Contact Email: Julie.Tobin@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle Arts Commission Meeting

09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 4 – 5:30pm

The Seattle Arts Commission is made up of 15 citizen volunteers representing a broad cross section of Seattle's arts community, half appointed by the Mayor, half by City Council. Meetings are open to the public.

Event Types: Community, Public Forum
Facility/Site: Room 4080
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Contact: Peggy Scales
Contact Phone: (206) 233-3951
Audience: All
Pre-Register: No
Cost: Free

Families & Education Levy Oversight Committee

09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 4 – 5:30pm

The Levy Oversight Committee reviews and advises implementation plans, evaluation plans, the City of Seattle/Seattle School District Partnership Agreement, expenditures and allocations of proceeds, and make recommendations on the implementation of particular programs.

Facility/Site: 7th Floor
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Sue Rust
Contact Phone: 233-5118
Contact Email: educationoffice@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

International Special Review District Board

09 Dec 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Bush Asia Center
409 Maynard Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 4:30 – 6pm

Established to promote, preserve, and perpetuate the cultural, economic and historical qualities of the International District. The ISRD Board reviews applications for Certificates of Approval for any change to the use, exterior appearance of buildings or structures, streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces in the District.

Facility/Site: Basement Level Community Room
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Rebecca Frestedt
Contact Phone: 684-0226
Contact Email: rebecca.frestedt@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Citizens Telecommunication and Technology Advisory Board

09 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 6 – 8pm

The CTTAB studies and makes recommendations to the Mayor and the City Council on issues of interest relating to telecommunications and technology, including cable television access, technology access, and regulatory issues within the City’s authority regarding wire and wireless communication systems.

Podcasts of each meeting are available for download on the CTTAB web site some time after each meeting.

Facility/Site: 27th Floor, Room 2750
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Jill Novik
Contact Phone: 684-8583
Contact Fax: 684-0911
Contact Email: jill.novik@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Arboretum & Botanical Garden Committee

09 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Arboretum’s Graham Visitors Center
2300 Arboretum Dr. E.
Seattle, WA
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 8:30 – 10:30am

The Arboretum and Botanical Garden Committee (ABGC) advises the University of Washington, City of Seattle and The Arboretum Foundation on the management and stewardship of the Washington Park Arboretum for the benefit of current and future generations.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Citywide
Audience: All, Senior
Contact: Sandy Brooks
Contact Phone: 684-5066
Contact Email: sandy.brooks@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: depts.washington.edu…

Pioneer Square Preservation Board

09 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 9 – 11am

The board works to preserve, protect and enhance the historic and architectural character of Pioneer Square. Any change of use must be reviewed and approved by the Pioneer Square Preservation Board and Department of Neighborhoods Director.

NOTE: The PSPB only reviews work within Pioneer Square.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Genna Nashem
Contact Phone: 684-0227
Contact Email: Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Creeks, Drainage and Wastewater Advisory Committee

10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 4 – 6pm

The Water System Advisory Committee represents the citizens of the City of Seattle. The committee participates in the planning and development of policies and programs for water system plans, water supply, water quality, conservation, consumer research, water rate design and water curtailment communication planning.

Facility/Site: Room 5965
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior, Teen
Contact: Aurora Mendoza
Contact Phone: 206-733-9687
Contact Email: aurora.mendoza@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Pike Place Market Historical Commission

10 Dec 2009 00:30:00 GMT

PDA Meeting Room
85 Pike Street
Room 500
Seattle, WA
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 4:30 – 6pm

The Market Historical Commission reviews and makes decisions on all use and design changes in the Pike Place Market Historical District.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Heather McAuliffe
Contact Phone: 684-0229
Contact Email: Heather.McAuliffe@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Pedestrian Advisory Board

10 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 6 – 8pm

The SPAB advises the Mayor, the City Council, and all departments on all matters related to pedestrian safety, access and encouragement.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, Room L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Brian Dougherty
Contact Phone: 684-5124
Contact Email: pedboard@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Planning Commission

10 Dec 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 3 – 5:30pm

The Planning Commission advises the Mayor, City Council and city departments on planning policies and goals, and on major planning projects and issues that include land use and zoning, transportation and affordable housing issues. Recommendations are framed by Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan, as well as a commitment to promote planning decisions that support the health and vitality of the community.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Barbara Wilson
Contact Phone: 684-0431
Contact Email: Barb.Wilson@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Board of Park Commissioners Public Meeting

11 Dec 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Seattle Park Headquarters, Board Room
100 Dexter Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109-5102
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7 – 9pm

See website for agenda/location updates

Event Types: Community, Public Forum
Neighborhoods: Citywide
Contact: Sandy Brooks
Contact Phone: 206-684-5066
Contact Fax: 206-233-7023
Contact Email: sandy.brooks@seattle.gov
Audience: All
Pre-Register: No
Cost: Free
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Advisory Council for Aging & Disability Services, Seattle-King County

11 Dec 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Friday, December 11, 2009, 12 – 2pm

The Advisory Council serves as an advocate body on behalf of older adults and adults with disabilities residing within Seattle and King County. The Council represents the needs, problems, interests and accomplishments of older adults and adults with disabilities to the public.

Facility/Site: Call or email for meeting location.
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior, Special Needs
Contact: Gigi Meinig
Contact Phone: 684-0652
Contact Email: gigi.meinig@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.agingkingcounty.org…

Pioneer Square Preservation Board

16 Dec 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 9 – 11am

The board works to preserve, protect and enhance the historic and architectural character of Pioneer Square. Any change of use must be reviewed and approved by the Pioneer Square Preservation Board and Department of Neighborhoods Director.

NOTE: The PSPB only reviews work within Pioneer Square.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square/International District
Audience: All, Adults, Senior
Contact: Genna Nashem
Contact Phone: 684-0227
Contact Email: Genna.Nashem@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Civil Service Commission

16 Dec 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 9:30 – 11am

The Civil Service Commission provides timely review of appeals regarding personnel actions and decisions. The Commission also investigates allegations of political patronage in hiring processes and makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding administration of the Personnel system.

Facility/Site: Room 1679
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Glenda Graham-Walton
Contact Phone: 684-0223
Contact Email: glenda.graham-walton@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Landmarks Preservation Board

16 Dec 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 3:30 – 5pm

The board assists the city with identification of potential landmarks, makes decisions on landmark designations, and makes recommendations to the City Council on landmark controls for adoption into designating ordinances.

Facility/Site: Room 4060
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
DON Programs: Historic Preservation
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Sarah Sodt
Contact Phone: 615-1786
Contact Email: sarah.sodt@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Water System Advisory Committee

17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 4 – 6pm

The Water System Advisory Committee represents the citizens of the City of Seattle. The committee participates in the planning and development of policies and programs for water system plans, water supply, water quality, conservation, consumer research, water rate design and water curtailment communication planning.

Facility/Site: Room 5965
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: All
Contact: Aurora Mendoza
Contact Phone: 733-9687
Contact Email: aurora.mendoza@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Library Board of Trustees

17 Dec 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Central Library
1000 Fourth Ave.
Seattle, WA
Wednesday, December 16, 2009, 4:30 – 6pm

The Library Board is a governing board with decision-making authority and fiduciary responsibility for the library system. Trustees set the direction of the library, govern funds and expenditures, and establish library policies.

Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Amy Lawson
Contact Phone: 684-7978
Contact Email: amy.lawson@spl.org
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.spl.org…

Design Commission

17 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, December 17, 2009, 8:30am – 5pm

The Seattle Design Commission was created in 1968 as a commission responsible for the oversight of City’s capital projects. It advises the Mayor, the City Council, and all departments on all matters related to CIP project review, any right-of-way issues like; street an alley vacations, sky bridges, objects on the right of way and special street use permits.

Facility/Site: Boards and Commissions Room, L-280
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Guillermo Romano
Contact Phone: 233-7808
Contact Email: guillermo.romano@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities

18 Dec 2009 02:30:00 GMT

Seattle City Hall
600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Thursday, December 17, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30pm

The SCSM advises the Mayor, Council and departments about sexual minority issues, recommends policies and legislation, brings the sexual minority communities and the larger Seattle community together through long-ranged projects, and ensures that City departments fairly and equitably address sexual minority concerns as individuals and as a protected class.

Facility/Site: Room 370
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Marta Idowu
Contact Phone: 684-4528
Contact Email: Marta.Idowu@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: cityofseattle.net…

Public Safety Civil Service Commission

18 Dec 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Friday, December 18, 2009, 10am – 12pm

The commission implements, administers and directs the Civil Service System for specified uniformed personnel of the Fire and Police Departments, and also assures fair and effective selection, promotion and retention of well-qualified employees.

Facility/Site: Suite 1679
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Mary Effertz, Executive Director
Contact Phone: 233-7118
Contact Email: Mary.Effertz@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…

African-American Elders, Mayor's Council

18 Dec 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Seattle Municipal Tower
700 Fifth Avenue
Seattle WA 98104
Friday, December 18, 2009, 2 – 4pm

The MCAAE is a 12 member body appointed to serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor, the Seattle Human Services Department, and community members regarding matters affecting older African Americans.

Facility/Site: 51st Floor
Event Types: Boards & Commissions
Neighborhoods: Downtown Commercial Core
Audience: Adults, Senior
Contact: Karen Winston
Contact Phone: 684-0706
Contact Email: karen.winston@seattle.gov
Pre-Register: No
More info: www.seattle.gov…